City of Edmonton

01/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/15/2026 17:26

EFRS speaks to lithium-ion battery safety after recent fire incidents

January 15, 2026

Media are invited to join Assistant Deputy Chief Justin Lallemand, Fire Prevention & Investigations, and representatives from Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) Operations, as well as Waste Services, to learn more about lithium-ion battery safety, fire suppression and proper disposal.

Date: Friday, January 16
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Fire Station #1, 10351 96 St.; media are asked to use street parking around the station
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