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Stay Safe At Home: Why The #ChargeSafe Campaign Matters
From phones and laptops to e-bikes and scooters, lithium-ion batteries are part of everyday life, but unsafe charging can pose a serious fire risk.
That’s why we are supporting awareness around the ChargeSafe campaign, helping residents better understand how to safely charge, use and store battery-powered devices at home.
The importance of battery safety continues to grow. London Fire Brigade attended more than 200 e-bike and e-scooter fires across London in 2025, the highest number ever recorded, with Westminster among the boroughs with the highest number of incidents.
Simple actions like using the correct charger, avoiding overcharging, never charging devices while asleep and keeping escape routes clear can make a huge difference in helping prevent fires and keeping house holds safe.
Fire Safety Starts At Home
Residents are encouraged to explore the London Fire Brigade Safety Checker for personalised advice and practical guidance on making homes safer for you and your family.
London Fire Brigade is also continuing to raise awareness through this year’s ChargeSafe campaign activity and community engagement events, including partnering with Deliveroo for a Rider Roadshow event at Soho Fire Station on 2nd June. Following more than 600 riders attending last year, the event will once again share vital fire safety advice around e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries.
Young people can also get involved through the London Fire Brigade Fire Cadets Programme – a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, learn life-saving skills, make new friends and gain valuable teamwork and leadership experiences while supporting the local community.
