By Adam Dutton via SWNS
Fire chiefs have blamed an exploding e-bike battery for a devastating blaze that tore through a house.
One person was saved when flames engulfed the property in Leicester on Saturday (28/9) night.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service say a lithium battery in the e-bike overheated and caused the blaze.
Dramatic pictures posted on Facebook show the charred remains of the bike and
staircase of the property.
The fire service said: “Green Watch attended a house fire involving an e-bike which was on charge.
“One person was successfully rescued from the first floor. Great team work alongside colleagues from Western, Eastern and Wigston stations.
“It takes seconds for a lithium-ion battery fire to spread.”
The fire service reminded e-bike owners to use the correct charger, never leave the device unattended and allow the battery to cool before charging.
