A family home in Catford, London was destroyed by a fire caused by an exploding e-bike battery on December 14. The incident, captured on a doorbell camera, resulted in serious injuries for one occupant, while others narrowly escaped. London Fire Brigade officials warned that e-bikes pose significant fire risks, with over 160 incidents reported this year alone. Safety advocates urge consumers to purchase e-bikes and e-scooters only from reputable retailers to avoid similar tragedies.