Flame retardants in some batteries might be making fires worse
“Historically, flame retardant use to meet flammability standards has resulted in documented health risks without ...
EV batteries can be risky in wildfires. Here’s what to know.
Battery fires and toxic gases can pose risks and further complicate cleanup efforts after a wildfire, presenting new ...
Electric vehicle fire forces evacuations in Ojai
A fire in the battery of a hybrid electric vehicle forced the evacuation of several dozen homes in Ojai on Saturday.
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Company says technology exists for fire departments to deal with EV fires
The fire department in Lewisporte recently buried a burning electric vehicle because they couldn’t put out the fire. Today ...
In cleanup from California fires, lithium-ion batteries are a dangerous challenge
One of the biggest cleanup challenges from the Southern California fires is lithium-ion batteries, which can explode after ...
Hyundai Ioniq 6, LA Fires, and how they relate to bidirectional charging
I recently witnessed bidirectional charging in a Hyundai Ioniq 6 at the onset of the L.A. fires. It can be a lifesaver...most ...
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How The 2025 GMC Hummer EV Helped Make A Difference During The LA Fires
The original plan was to test the powerful Hummer EV in an OHV area not far from LA, but that very day, the fires occurred ...
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Electric vehicle fires pose new challenges for emergency responders
After an electric vehicle caught fire on the the TCH in central Newfoundland, emergency responder says it’s something they ...
Fire in EV showroom guts 19 scooters
BENGALURU: At least 19 electric scooters were gutted in an accidental fire in a two-wheeler showroom on Dr Rajkumar Road in ...
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Electric vehicle fires pose new challenges for firefighters
(InvestigateTV) — An electric vehicle fire is so intense, it can take thousands of gallons of water to put out, presenting new challenges for firefighters. While EV fires are less common than ...