# E-Scooter Battery Sparks Boston Fire | Boston News

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Podcast: [Boston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7485239)
Published: 2026-07-18T06:20:04+00:00
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A Boston apartment building erupted in flames on the 20th floor, sparked by a rogue e-scooter battery—sending 40 residents fleeing and two to the hospital with smoke inhalation. Fire crews battled the blaze, which triggered the sprinklers, and had to submerge the scooter in a bathtub to prevent reignition. Hazmat teams secured the battery in special barrels as the investigation continues, highlighting the hidden danger of lithium batteries in everyday gadgets. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/37b90486d52d0d64

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