Crews combat ‘avoidable’ refuse vehicle blaze
05/01/2026 A bin lorry fire in Worksop last week required action from roughly 25 firefighters. |
Shropshire Council makes a stand against waste vehicle and facility fires
17/12/2025 Shropshire Council is raising awareness about the fire hazard created by the incorrect disposal of certain waste items. |
Council collects 600kg of vapes and batteries in new kerbside recycling service
02/12/2025 Kerbside collections for vapes and batteries have been introduced by Doncaster Council following research which unveils the rising number of waste facility and refuse vehicle fires. |
Campaign calls for ‘urgent action’ against bin lorry fires
19/11/2025 Tower Hamlets Council is raising awareness about refuse vehicle fires with its new 'Dispose Safe' battery campaign. |
Battery blaze in South Kesteven refuse vehicle
14/10/2025 A bin lorry fire in Great Gonerby has spurred a council to caution residents about battery disposal risks. |
Trade union calls for action following ‘frightening’ bin lorry fires
22/09/2025 A series of ‘concerning’ bin lorry fires in Glasgow has prompted trade union leaders to issue a warning about battery disposal risks. |
Campaign launched to fight ‘battery fire threat’
06/08/2025 Wakefield Council is collaborating with Biffa and West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS) to address the battery fire crisis. |
