Three children injured after battery explosion causes fire

The blaze was caused by a fault in a large lithium-ion battery, which exploded

Three children were injured when a faulty battery exploded, causing a fire.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the house fire in Longford Crescent, Bulwell, Nottingham, at 17:46 BST on Monday.

The children were rescued from the house by a neighbour, with one child suffering severe burns, and taken to hospital.

The fire was caused by a fault in the large lithium-ion battery.

Investigators have not established what the battery was being used for but a quad bike or other type of vehicle are being considered as possibilities.

'Volatile manner'

The incident has prompted a warning from the fire service about the safe use of lithium-ion batteries.

Fire investigation officer Beth Hayman said: "We would like to wish a speedy recovery to those injured.

"Lithium-ion batteries can be found in everyday technology and household items such as laptops, mobile phones, e-cigarettes, e-scooters and DIY tools.

"If not handled and cared for correctly, [they] can become extremely dangerous and behave in a volatile manner causing catastrophic damage and injuries."

The fire service said it would be visiting residents in Longford Crescent on Monday to offer reassurance and check smoke alarms.