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🚨 Incident Report: Battery Explosion During Grinding Activity ⚡💥 A battery explosion occurred in a residential area where two fabricators were grinding an iron gate near uncovered lead-acid batteries. Sparks from the grinder ignited hydrogen gas, causing an explosion and the release of sulfuric acid electrolyte. 🔍 Root Causes: ❌ Sparks as an Ignition Source – Grinding sparks (1,500°C) ignited hydrogen gas or caused an electrical short. ❌ Proximity of Batteries to Grinding – Hydrogen buildup h