New York City officials called on the public to help with a crackdown on unsafe e-bike shops after a spate of deadly fires caused by lithium ion batteries, the latest of which killed four people in Manhattan's Chinatown on Tuesday.
In the days since, fire officials have issued citations to 10 e-bike shops for unsafe handling of the batteries. The inspections followed tips from members of the public, the media and local politicians, officials said.
New York City has seen over 100 fires and 13 deaths this year linked to e-bikes, more than double the total number of fatalities from last year, officials said. The bikes are popular with delivery workers, but can overheat if defective or improperly charged, leading to fast-moving blazes that are difficult to extinguish. The dangers are especially grave in cities like New York where people live in close quarters.
Flynn said the goal was not to criminalize repair shops, but to go after the ones that aren't properly handling the batteries. "We want to be clear that we support the use of these devices, we just want them to be used safely," he said.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
As a transgender woman, a New York City subway icon finds her own voiceBy sharing her story, Bernie Wagenblast aspires to use her new voice, literally and figuratively, to inspire and empower others struggling with gender dysphoria during fraught times for LGBTQ+ communities
Lire la suite »
New York Rangers add Dan Muse and Michael Peca to coaching staffRangers add Peca and Muse to coaching staff along with Phil Housley.
Lire la suite »
New York Mets to play Philadelphia Phillies in London in 2024 | TSNThe New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies will play in London next season, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said Friday.
Lire la suite »
GARDEN CRACKDOWN: Transportation committee approves 'restrictive' new rules on gardens grown on city rights of wayThe committee also approved amendments to allow for installation of little libraries on city\u002Downed spaces within 1.5 metres of roadways.
Lire la suite »
Transportation committee approves 'restrictive' new rules on gardens grown on city rights of wayThe committee also approved amendments to allow for installation of little libraries on city\u002Downed spaces within 1.5 metres of roadways.
Lire la suite »
After 'thinly veiled death threats,' B.C. city council launches new social-media policy“It is alarming and very disappointing that some members of the public believe it is acceptable to act in such an appalling manner toward elected officials,” says Mayor Scott Goodmanson
Lire la suite »