A fire at a Lincoln recycling facility has raised concerns about a growing safety issue, specifically related to lithium batteries. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning at Uribe Refuse near Lincoln’s Haymarket, with no injuries reported. The problem is part of a larger problem where lithium batteries often end up in trash and recycling bins. The Director of Organics and Sustainability Melissa Littrell emphasized the importance of proper disposal of these batteries and public awareness. The state is working to expand battery drop-off locations across Nebraska, but the expansion will require more training.