E-Scooter Battery Fire Causes Hospitalization in Kristiansand

Kristiansand, Norway

Reported 3 hours ago(Nov 15, 2025, 8:06 PM)

Fire reported in a garage with smoke still present. One person inhaled smoke; fire department is on scene containing the situation.

Analysis

A fire in Kristiansand sparked by an e-scooter battery has resulted in one person being hospitalized for smoke inhalation. Emergency crews extinguished the blaze which destroyed the garage structure, with police now interviewing witnesses to determine the exact cause. Authorities are reminding residents about proper battery storage and charging safety.

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PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
E-Scooter Battery Fire Causes Hospitalization in Kristiansand
Fire reported in a garage with smoke still present. One person inhaled smoke; fire department is on scene containing the situation.
Reported 3 hours ago(Nov 15, 2025, 8:06 PM)
PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
E-Scooter Battery Fire in Kristiansand
Fire extinguished involving an electric scooter battery that caught fire. Person who extinguished the fire inhaled smoke and is being checked by health personnel on-site.
Reported 3 hours ago(Nov 15, 2025, 8:21 PM)
PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
Fire Incident with Hospitalization in Kristiansand
One person transported to hospital by ambulance following a fire. Police conducting witness interviews and scene investigation.
Reported 3 hours ago(Nov 15, 2025, 8:46 PM)