Lithium-ion battery fire extinguishers hitting SA market as solar installations surge

Fire extinguishers that are specifically designed to handle lithium-ion battery fires, which are energetic and potentially explosive, have started to roll out in South Africa, but there are few options that are properly accredited.

LI batteries are commonly used to store energy as part of solar systems, but are also used in a variety of appliances, including cellphones, laptops, vapes and electric toothbrushes. South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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