After a Tesla Cybertruck crashed and caught fire, first responders found that, despite their best efforts, they had difficulty extinguishing the blaze due to the vehicle’s lithium-ion battery.
The incident raised concerns about the challenges firefighters face when responding to EV fires, leading to new tactics and the need for extensive amounts of water to control the flames.
Tesla's newly released rescue sheet stated that responders should not submerge the vehicle to extinguish its battery fire, highlighting the complexities in safely handling EV accidents.
With the rise in EV production, the issue of managing lithium-ion battery fires is becoming increasingly critical, emphasizing the need for improved fire response protocols.
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