Florida's fire marshal Jimmy Patronis issued a warning about lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles, describing them as potential 'ticking time bombs' in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
Residents are advised to relocate their electric vehicles to higher ground to reduce the risk of flooding. Post-storm, EVs that have been submerged in saltwater should be moved away from homes to prevent fires.
There have been 48 confirmed lithium-ion battery fires from a previous storm, highlighting the significant risk these batteries pose during flooding events, especially for electric vehicles.
Firefighters previously warned Tesla owners that their battery packs could combust after exposure to saltwater, raising urgent concerns for safety among electric vehicle owners in hurricane-prone areas.
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