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CCTV footage captured the moment when an e-bike exploded, causing a "ferocious" fire - as its owner stood waiting for a train.

London Fire Brigade says e-bike and e-scooter fires are the capital's fastest growing fire risk.

Shocking footage released by the London Fire Brigade shows an e-bike burst into flames on the platform at Sutton train station in south London on Thursday, March 21 at 5.25pm.

Fire crews raced to the railway station after the e-bike exploded into flames on the platform as its owner watched on. Video footage captured the moment that the fire broke out

Firefighters issued an urgent warning over e-bikes and chargers bought from online marketplaces such as Facebook and eBay.

In London, an e-bike battery ignited at Sutton Station, prompting a chaotic scene as passengers fled for safety.

In London, an e-bike battery ignited at Sutton Station, prompting a chaotic scene as passengers fled for safety.

New CCTV footage has been shared by London Fire Brigade after an e-bike erupted into flames on the platform at Sutton station on Thursday, March 21.