Ready2Respond

08/22/2025

Due to increased safety concerns, Alaska Marine Lines will no longer ship electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). This policy is effective immediately for Central Alaska, Western Alaska, and Hawaii, and effective as of September 1st , 2025 for Southeast Alaska. We will continue to ship hybrid vehicles that do not plug in and gas/diesel vehicles.

Although we have previously shipped EVs and PHEVs, the increased complexity and fire risk associated with shipping large lithium-ion batteries on vessels at sea has caused us to reevaluate how to best keep our employees and equipment safe. While issues with lithium-ion batteries are infrequent, the inability to extinguish or contain this type of fire, especially while at sea, can lead to catastrophic results.

We expect to continue shipping smaller electric recreational vehicles such as e-bikes, snowmachines, and 4-wheelers, but will continually assess the risks associated with shipping them. If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Service team at amlcsc@lynden.com.

06/26/2025

06/26/2025

A home in Wisconsin was destroyed after a lithium battery caught fire.

06/26/2025

: DR Power Equipment recalls Lithium-Ion Battery Packs due to fire and burn hazards. The recalled battery packs can short-circuit and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Get refund. CONTACT: DR Power at 800-454-8643, email at recall@drpower.com, or online at https://drpower.com/recalls.

More: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/DR-Power-Recalls-Lithium-Ion-Battery-Packs-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

06/25/2025

06/25/2025

06/14/2025

250 Years U.S. Army Birthday!

06/14/2025

: Anker recalls more than one million power banks. The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Get a free replacement. CONTACT: 800-988-7973 or https://www.anker.com/product-recalls

More from CPSC: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/More-than-One-Million-Anker-Power-Banks-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Manufactured-by-Anker-Innovations

06/07/2025

Crew members of the Morning Midas, which was transporting thousands of vehicles, were forced to abandon ship after a fire broke out onboard.

06/07/2025

Lithium-ion batteries are becoming increasingly more popular for their ability to store a lot of power without taking up a lot of space. But they also come with a higher risk of fire if they’re damaged or not being used properly.One on an E-bike is being blamed for a house fire in Vilas County las...

05/23/2025

Last month, the Sunderland Fire Department responded to a debris fire that started with lithium-ion batteries in the back of a recycling truck. These batteries can easily start a fire if damaged, so don't place them in the trash or curbside recycling. Instead, take them to a battery recycling program or household hazardous waste drop-off. Learn more: https://ow.ly/S0jX50VSwza

05/23/2025

Ready2Respond was honored to participate in a First Responder training with at the FDNY Academy. Tesla representatives provided guidance and advice for incident response of all types.