A waste collection vehicle was forced to dump two tonnes of recycling on Bancroft Estate, Bethnal Green, after a fire broke out inside the truck due to a discarded electric bike battery.
Emergency Response
The fire, which started while the recycling truck was in operation, was caused by a broken electric bike with multiple batteries improperly disposed of in household waste.
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The London Fire Brigade rushed to the scene and quickly extinguished the flames, preventing further damage.
Council Urges Proper Waste Disposal
Local authorities have issued a warning following the dangerous incident, urging residents to dispose of hazardous waste responsibly to prevent future fires.
