California
Lithium Battery Fire and Explosion Injuries in California
E-bike, e-scooter and other rechargeable battery fires raise California-specific questions about records, deadlines and who may be involved. This page gathers that material in one place.
California guides
Authoritative sources
Where California records come from
Office of the State Fire Marshal (CAL FIRE)California
Statewide fire-safety oversight and fire-incident reporting.
Local fire departmentsLocal
Incident reports and origin-and-cause findings for specific fires.
California courtsCalifornia
Public filings and decisions in product-liability matters.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionFederal
Recalls and safety warnings for consumer battery products sold in California.
Evidence considerations
What to keep after a California incident
Fire department report number
Note the responding agency and request the incident report; it often records origin and cause.
The battery, charger and device
Keep remains as they are. Insurers or fleet operators may ask to take them; get advice first.
Where and how it was bought
California retailer receipts, rental or fleet app records, and order confirmations.
Housing and property records
Lease, HOA or landlord communications if the fire happened in a home or building.
Hurt by a battery fire or explosion in California?
Tell us what happened.