Fire brigade share footage of e-bike exploding in battery warning

Watch: Shocking moment e-bike battery explodes feet from terrified owner

This is the terrifying moment an e-bike owner ran for his life after its battery exploded inside his home while it was charging.

Video footage shows the man fleeing from the gadget after its battery suddenly burst into flames just a few feet from him.

The clip was released by West Midlands Fire Service to warn people of the dangers of not charging e-bikes correctly.

Shocking footage shows the e-bike battery exploding in a house in Birmingham. (SWNS)

It shows the owner approaching the device while it charged, then retreating towards the door before it suddenly explodes with a huge flash followed by thick smoke that fills the room, blocking the camera.

A West Midlands Fire Service spokesperson said: "This is the terrifying moment an e-bike battery exploded when it was on charge.

"The owner of the footage has kindly let us share it, to flag the dangers.