PHOTOS: A lithium-ion battery explosion sparked a car fire in Cumberland County, according to the Upper Allen Fire Department. Crews were called to the car fire in the Bumble Bee Hollow neighborhood in Upper Allen Township on Sunday. Firefighters quickly responded and were able to control the situation, officials said. According to the fire department, the blaze was caused by a lithium-ion battery from a backpack vacuum that had exploded inside the car. The car’s interior was significantly damaged and burned. “This is a good reminder to always handle and store lithium-ion batteries safely, as they can pose a fire risk if damaged or overheated,” the Upper Allen Fire Department said. Photos from the scene show the charred car and the exploded lithium-ion battery.
