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The Bajan Fire Fighters' Network is locally Registered Charity No:1133 and is comprised of firefighters and members of the public. - www.bajanfirefighters.org
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🛴🔥 E-BIKES & E-SCOOTERS: CONVENIENT TRANSPORT—BUT DON'T IGNORE THE BATTERY.
Electric bicycles and scooters are becoming increasingly popular, including among users in Barbados.
But their lithium-ion battery packs require responsible handling.
KEEP YOUR BATTERY SAFE:
🔋 Use the charger supplied or approved by the manufacturer.
🔋 Follow the manufacturer's charging instructions.
🔋 Never charge a damaged or swollen battery.
🔋 Keep charging areas dry and well ventilated.
🔋 Keep batteries away from heat and ignition sources.
🔋 Don't modify battery packs or charging systems unless qualified to do so.
🔋 Don't block your home's escape routes with charging equipment.
🚨 MOST IMPORTANT: Never compromise your family's escape route by charging or storing a potentially hazardous battery immediately beside an exit.
🇧🇧 CALL TO ACTION:
If you own an e-bike or e-scooter, take a few minutes today to inspect the battery, charger and charging location.
Ride responsibly. Charge safely. Protect your home. @bajanfirenet #FPW
Today's Synopsis: Unstable conditions are affecting the island.
General Forecast: Partly cloudy to overcast with a few scattered light to heavy showers and a very slight chance of isolated thunderstorms.
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Tonight's Synopsis: A ridge pattern will be regaining dominance across the island.
General Forecast: Partly cloudy to cloudy with a few scattered light to moderate showers. (BMS) @bajanfirenet #weather
🔥 THE FIRE HAZARD YOU MAY BE CARRYING RIGHT NOW! 🔋
Your smartphone, laptop, tablet, power bank, e-bike, scooter and other everyday devices may all contain lithium-ion batteries.
These batteries when damaged, can overheat, catch fire or enter thermal runaway, producing intense heat and potentially spreading fire rapidly.
🇧🇧 In Barbados, where many households rely on rechargeable devices every day, battery safety should be part of your fire-safety routine.
Remember:
✅ Use the charger recommended by the manufacturer.
✅ Inspect batteries and charging cables regularly.
✅ Keep batteries away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
✅ Never use a swollen, cracked, leaking or damaged battery.
✅ Don't ignore unusual heat, odours, smoke or hissing sounds.
🚨 A small battery can create a BIG fire.
CALL TO ACTION:
If a battery looks damaged or behaves unusually, stop using it and seek appropriate professional advice.
🔥 Fire Safety Starts With You! 🇧🇧 @bajanfirenet #FPW
Today's Synopsis: Surface to low-level instability is affecting the island.
General Forecast: Mix of sunshine and clouds with a few scattered light showers.
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Tonight's Synopsis: Surface to low-level instability is affecting the island.
General Forecast: Mix of clear skies and clouds with a few scattered light showers. (BMS) @bajanfirenet #weather
Isaias will Track toward the Gulf States 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aUnd3F3vRY @bajanfirenet #weather
🌙🔋 WOULD YOU SLEEP BESIDE A BATTERY YOU DON'T TRUST?
Many people plug in their phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters and power banks before going to bed.
But charging a lithium-ion battery while you are asleep means you may not notice the warning signs of a developing problem.
⚠️ Overheating
⚠️ Burning or unusual smells
⚠️ Swelling
⚠️ Hissing or popping sounds
⚠️ Smoke
A battery fire can develop quickly—and when you're asleep, precious escape time can be lost.
🇧🇧 Barbados: Make safe charging part of your household fire plan.
SAFER CHARGING HABITS:
🔌 Charge on a hard, stable surface.
🚫 Don't cover charging devices with bedding or clothing.
🚫 Don't charge damaged batteries.
🚫 Avoid using incompatible or counterfeit chargers.
🏠 Keep charging equipment away from exits and escape routes.
CALL TO ACTION:
Before you go to bed tonight, check what you've left charging. Could you safely leave it plugged in overnight?
Don't let convenience compromise your family's safety.
🔥 Charge Smart. Sleep Safe. 🇧🇧 @bajanfirenet #FPW
Today's Synopsis: Unstable conditions will continue affecting the island.
General Forecast: Cloudy to overcast with a few light to moderate showers and periods of light rain.
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Tonight's Synopsis: Unstable conditions will continue affecting the island.
General Forecast: Clear with cloudy periods with a few light to moderate showers. (BMS) @bajanfirenet #weather
Gulf System forming with NUMEROUS Impacts Possible 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlPD4nBnk94 @bajanfirenet #weather
🚨🔋 YOUR BATTERY MAY WARN YOU BEFORE IT FAILS. WILL YOU NOTICE?
Lithium-ion batteries don't always fail without warning.
A battery that is becoming dangerous may show signs such as:
⚠️ Swelling or bulging
⚠️ Unusual heat during normal use or charging
⚠️ Strange odours
⚠️ Hissing, popping or cracking sounds
⚠️ Discolouration or leakage
⚠️ Smoke or vapour
⚠️ A noticeable reduction or unusual change in performance
DON'T IGNORE THE WARNING SIGNS.
If a battery becomes unusually hot, swollen, damaged or starts producing smoke or unusual odours:
🚫 Stop using it.
🚫 Do not attempt to repair it yourself.
🚫 Do not continue charging it.
🚫 Keep people away from the area.
If there is smoke, fire or an immediate danger, evacuate and call the appropriate emergency services.
🇧🇧 CALL TO ACTION:
Check your phones, laptops, power banks, e-bikes, scooters and other rechargeable devices today.
One minute of inspection could prevent a serious emergency.
🔥 Recognise the warning. Act early. Stay safe. @bajanfirenet #FPW
FLASH-FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FOR BARBADOS
During the late morning, heavy to intense showers occurred across St. Peter and St. Lucy. This activity is likely to spread across the island this afternoon and into tonight. Due to the already saturated soils, the BMS believes that further rainfall will result in flash flooding and, as a result, has upgraded the flash flood watch to a FLASH FLOOD WARNING for this afternoon. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for tonight.
This Flash Flood Warning was issued at noon on Monday, October 5, and will be updated at 6:00 p.m. today or sooner if conditions warrant. (BMS) @bajanfirenet #weather
Flash Flood Watch in Effect🌧: Daily Weather Briefing 5/10/2026 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrRKb07a59Y @bajanfirenet #weather
Ever wonder what makes batteries so powerful and sometimes dangerous? Rechargeable batteries are in tablets, phones, scooters, and toys, but if they get too hot or damaged, they can cause a fire.
In this video, students in grades 3–8 will discover the power of lithium-ion batteries, how thermal runaway happens, and simple tips to help keep their devices and themselves safe. It’s an easy way to understand battery science and learn how to “Charge into Fire Safety™” at home and at school. ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af27049X8Io @bajanfirenet #FPW
FLASH FLOOD WATCH DISCONTINUED FOR BARBADOS
The threat of flooding has diminished and hence the Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has discontinued the flash flood watch, effective immediately.
There remains the possibility of occasional light to moderate showers with gusty winds throughout the day as a tropical wave affects the island.
This discontinuation statement was issued at 6:00 a.m., Monday, October 5, and is the final statement on this event. (BMS) @bajanfirenet #weather
