Compiling comprehensive data on lithium-ion battery-related home deaths in the United States since 2000 is challenging due to the lack of centralized and detailed public records. However, based on available reports, here is a summary of notable incidents:
| State | City | Number of Deaths | Year | Cause of Incident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | New York City | 18 | 2023 | Fires linked to unsafe lithium-ion batteries in micromobility devices (e-bikes, e-scooters). Source: NY Post |
| New York | Brooklyn | 1 | 2024 | Fire caused by a faulty lithium-ion battery from an e-scooter. Source: NY Post |
| New York | Manhattan | 1 | 2024 | Fire in an apartment building caused by a lithium-ion battery from an e-bike. Source: Yahoo News |
| New York | Bronx | 1 | 2023 | Fire in a supermarket caused by a lithium-ion battery. Source: Yahoo News |
| New York | Queens | 2 | 2023 | House fire sparked by a lithium-ion battery on an e-bike. Source: Fire Rescue 1 |
| Massachusetts | Medford | 0 | 2024 | Apartment building fire caused by an e-bike battery; no deaths reported. Source: CTIF |
| North Carolina | Burke County | 0 | 2024 | Fire started by a children’s book with a button battery; no deaths reported. Source: The Sun |
Please note that while some incidents did not result in fatalities, they highlight the potential dangers associated with lithium-ion batteries. The data above is based on available reports and may not encompass all incidents.
For more detailed statistics and safety information, you may refer to the U.S. Fire Administration’s resources on lithium-ion battery risks and response strategies.