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New Lenox Today
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Family, Pets Safe After Garage Fire in New Lenox
Electric scooter battery determined as possible cause of blaze that was contained before reaching home's living area.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 8:35pm
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A raging garage fire in New Lenox serves as a sobering reminder of the power of nature and the need for vigilance when it comes to emerging technologies like electric scooters.New Lenox TodayA family in New Lenox, Illinois and their pets escaped safely after a fire broke out in their garage on Friday. The New Lenox Fire Protection District was able to extinguish the blaze before it could spread to the main living area of the home, though the garage sustained significant damage. Preliminary reports suggest the fire may have originated from a lithium-ion battery on an electric scooter located within the garage.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the potential fire hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries, especially those used in micromobility devices like electric scooters. As the use of these devices continues to grow, it's important for the community to be aware of proper safety precautions when charging and storing them.
The details
Firefighters were dispatched to the 800 block of Somerset Court in New Lenox at 11:46 a.m. on Friday for a reported structure fire. The first arriving engine company found a working fire within the attached garage. Firefighters quickly deployed a hose line and brought the fire under control within 15 minutes. The family and their dogs were able to evacuate safely, but the homeowners' cats remained inside until firefighters rescued them. No injuries were reported.
- The NLFPD was dispatched at 11:46 a.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026.
- Firefighters reached the scene in 5 minutes and had the fire under control within 15 minutes.
The players
New Lenox Fire Protection District
The local fire department that responded to and extinguished the garage fire.
What’s next
Fire officials are continuing to investigate the official cause of the fire, but are using this incident as a reminder to the community about the potential hazards of lithium-ion batteries, especially when charging and storing micromobility devices like electric scooters.
The takeaway
This fire serves as an important warning about the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries, particularly in home settings. It highlights the need for proper safety precautions when charging and storing these types of devices to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
