Fire crews called to David Williams Terrace after blaze linked to lithium-ion battery
At 3.10am on Thursday 7 August, crews from Swansea Central and Swansea West Fire Stations responded to a blaze at David Williams Terrace in Port Tennant. The fire was caused by a lithium-ion battery charging near the back door of the property.
The occupants managed to extinguish most of the flames before firefighters arrived. Crews ventilated the property, made the scene safe, and administered first aid.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said the incident shows how quickly battery fires can escalate — and how simple precautions can prevent disaster.
A spokesperson for the service said: “Charging batteries while you’re asleep or away from home can be extremely dangerous. In this case, the fire was contained thanks to closed internal doors — a simple action that made a big difference.”
