A real risk in apartment buildings in Romania: fires caused by lithium-ion batteries

🔥 Fire safety of homes and apartment building residents is more important than ever.

In recent years, fire safety in homes and apartment buildings has become an increasingly pressing priority. With the popularization of scooters, electric bicycles and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries, new risks have emerged that require modern and effective solutions. These fires, caused by lithium-ion batteries, are not only common, but also extremely dangerous, endangering lives and property.

📊 Situation in Romania

Recent statistics from Romania highlight a worrying situation. In just the first three months of 2025, 2,579 fires were recorded in households , which means approximately 28 fires per day . A significant part of these incidents were caused by devices with lithium-ion batteries, such as scooters or electric bicycles, left to charge in apartments or in the hallways of apartment buildings.

These fires are not only common, but also extremely difficult to manage. Unlike regular fires, those caused by lithium-ion batteries are more violent, harder to extinguish, and produce large amounts of toxic smoke, endangering both occupants and the structure of buildings.

⚠️ Why are fires with lithium-ion batteries dangerous?

Lithium-ion batteries, while revolutionary for modern technology, pose major risks when used or stored improperly. Here are some reasons why fires caused by these batteries are so dangerous:

• Impossible to extinguish with classic methods : Traditional extinguishers (powder, foam or CO₂) are ineffective against fires with lithium-ion batteries.

• Toxic smoke and hazardous gases : These fires release large amounts of toxic smoke, which can endanger the health of occupants.

• Intense and prolonged burning : The phenomenon known as thermal acceleration causes fires to burn with great intensity and be difficult to control.

🧯 Recent cases from Romania

Several recent incidents illustrate the severity of the problem:

• Oradea, August 2025 : A fire that broke out from an electric motorcycle in an apartment led to the hospitalization of two people.

• Baia Mare, July 2025 : An electric scooter left charging overnight caused a violent fire, which seriously damaged the home and endangered the entire block.

• Bucharest, May 2025 : An electric scooter exploded while charging, starting a large fire in a block of flats.

These cases highlight the urgent need to adopt preventive measures and use specialized equipment to extinguish fires caused by lithium-ion batteries.

✅ The Solution: Fire Safety Kit

To meet this challenge, Distreo has developed a Fire Safety Kit , specifically designed to prevent and manage fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. This kit is ideal for homeowners' associations, building lobbies, stairwells or other common areas and can be used quickly and effectively even by people without professional training.

The kit contains:

• ✅ AVD Lith‑Ex 6L fire extinguisher (specially for lithium-ion batteries)
• ✅ Bridgehill Professional Fire Blanket (1.5 x 1.5 m)
• ✅ LFIM protective mask + Kevlar gloves

👉 IGSU – CNSIPC approved
👉 Special price for blocks and associations
👉 Available immediately, fast delivery

🔥 How can you act now?

The safety of your home and community should not be an option, but a priority. Equipping your apartment building or house with a Fire Safety Kit can make the difference between a tragedy and a situation that is quickly and efficiently managed.

Find out more details about our kit and order it now by visiting:

• https://distreo.ro/products/kit-casnic

Conclusion

With the increasing number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, prevention and preparation are essential. By adopting modern solutions, such as the Distreo Fire Safety Kit, tenants and homeowners associations can reduce risks and ensure a safer environment for everyone. Don’t wait for the next incident – ​​act now for your safety and that of those around you!