ALEXANDER COUNTY, N.C. — Fire investigators in Alexander County believe a lithium-ion battery on an e-bike started a recent fire that destroyed a home south of Taylorsville.
The battery was not plugged in when the fire started, investigators said.
The fire marshal said this is the third fire this year caused by lithium-ion batteries in Alexander County.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com and watch Eyewitness News for updates.
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