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State fire marshal warns of increase in lithium‑ion battery fires; committee weighs inspection and labeling standards
Summary
The State Fire Marshal's Office reported an increase in lithium‑ion battery fires and recommended third‑party inspection and labeling before sale; members discussed ISO standards, common sources of incidents (vape pens, e‑bikes), and storage risks but found limited evidence of uncertified batteries in New Hampshire.
Brian Allard, assistant director at the State Fire Marshal's Office, told the Commerce and Consumer Affairs committee the office has seen an increase in lithium‑ion battery fires over the last five years that has led to significant property damage. Allard urged consideration of third‑party inspection and clear labeling for batteries…
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