One of the many changes to the 2024 ERG, includes considerations for lithium battery and electric vehicle (EV) fires fire control.
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Water spray cools batteries and helps suppress and slow the release of toxic gases but does not stop the chemical reaction (thermal runaway). Other extinguishing agents (CO2, dry chemical, etc.) can trap heat instead of removing it and could result in false (lower temperature) readings.
During an electric vehicle (EV) fire, consult the manufacturer’s specific emergency response guide for help with identifying high voltage and medium voltage cabling.
DO NOT CUT THESE CABLES.