This fire is one of many incidents caused by lithium-ion batteries, with 110 fires being attributed to these batteries in the last year.

Assistant Commissioner Metropolitan Operations Jon Broomhall told Chrissy Morrissy on 6PR Afternoons, “There are a number of safety things people need to think about with lithium-ion batteries.”

“It’s really important people change them on a hard surface away from any flammable items…and to have a smoke alarm in and around any property where you’re sleeping, so in your house or in your caravan,” Assistant Commissioner Broomhall said.