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Boy Dies in Bronx Fire Started by E-Bike Battery

A fire in a Bronx apartment caused by an e-bike battery killed a boy and injured four others, including two teenagers.

Foto: The New York Times

A tragic fire broke out in a Bronx apartment overnight, caused by a lithium-ion battery from an electric bike. The fire resulted in the death of a young boy.

Four other individuals, including two teenagers, were taken to the hospital with injuries related to the blaze. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of e-bike batteries in homes.

Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the fire and reminding residents to take precautions when charging or storing batteries indoors.

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