Lithium-ion batteries power phones, scooters, and electric cars — but the increasingly common energy source can spark fires so intense that they challenge veteran firefighters. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/lithium-ion-battery-dangers-fires-toxins-texas-fort-worth/ | CBS News Texas

North Texas firefighters are sounding the alarm on the growing dangers of lithium-ion batteries. Found in everyday items like phones, laptops, and toothbrushes, these batteries can spark intense fires and release toxic fumes that are difficult to extinguish. To contain these hazardous flames, crews are testing new tactics, from fire blankets to high-pressure hoses delivering up to 500 gallons of water per minute. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/lithium-ion-battery-dangers-fires-toxins-texas-f