Controlling the fires in lithium-ion batteries found in electric cars has proven to be a challenging task. Firefighters are currently exploring various methods to extinguish these fires effectively, such as submerging the cars in water, covering them with foam, or using a large fire blanket.
Recently, Norfolk fire chiefs made the decision to dispatch at least two fire engines to each electric car fire. These fires typically require vast amounts of water, ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 liters for conventional cars, but skyrocketing to a staggering 30,000 liters for electric car fires.
To handle these hazardous fires, firefighters have undergone specialized training. Furthermore, more highly skilled officers and HAZMAT personnel will be deployed to tackle these incidents, as detailed in a report by the Eastern Daily Press.
The severity of electric car fires was highlighted by Craig Mackinlay, Conservative MP for Thanet. He mentioned witnessing a car yard near his constituency filled with burnt-out electric vehicles. Mackinlay emphasized the difficulties in extinguishing these fires, stating that once lithium batteries come into contact with water, they are not easily subdued. In some cases, the only option is to let the batteries burn out. Additionally, the emission of noxious fumes from these fires poses serious health risks.
Mackinlay views these fires as another issue stemming from the electric car industry, requiring fire engines to be equipped with more specialized gear.
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