Event Brief
Toronto sees 3 lithium-ion battery fires in 24 hours
Filed: Feb 24, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Summary: Toronto Fire Chief Jim Jessop reported three separate fires in the city within 24 hours, calling the situation alarming.
WHO: Toronto Fire Chief Jim Jessop
WHAT: three separate lithium-ion battery fires
WHEN: Feb 24, 2026 at 3:19 PM ET
WHERE: Toronto
WHY: safety concerns regarding lithium-ion batteries
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