E-bike battery causes fire that sent 2 people to hospital: Edmonton fire officials

Assistant Deputy Chief Justin Lallemand of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services speaks at a news conference in Edmonton, on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Daniela Germano

EDMONTON - A blaze that broke out this week at an Edmonton highrise forcing dozens from their homes was caused by a lithium ion battery from an electric bike, officials said as they warned of an increase in these kinds of fires.

Assistant Deputy Chief Justin Lallemand of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services said the apartment fire happened Wednesday evening from an electric bike stored on a sixth-floor balcony.

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