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Hurricane Idalia and subsequent floods have created an electric vehicle (EV) fire risk in Florida as batteries exposed to saltwater become susceptible to combustion, based on statements from one of the fire departments in the state.
“WARNING. If you own a hybrid or
electric vehicle that has come into contact with saltwater due to recent
flooding within the last 24 hours, it is crucial to relocate the
vehicle from your garage without delay. Saltwater exposure can trigger
combustion in lithium-ion batteries. If possible, transfer your vehicle
to higher ground,” Palm Harbor Fire Rescue (PHFR), Florida, said in an
Aug. 31 Facebook post. ---More...
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