In the heart of Southern California, where electric vehicles are increasingly commonplace, Tesla Inc. has stepped up efforts to educate first responders on the unique dangers posed by lithium-ion battery fires. This week, the company hosted a specialized training session for San Bernardino County firefighters at the local airport, focusing on the intense, prolonged burns that characterize these incidents. According to a report from CBS Los Angeles, experts emphasized that such fires burn hotter and longer than traditional blazes, requiring firefighters to adopt entirely different tactics, including specialized suppression techniques and protective gear to handle toxic fumes.
The event, held over two days at San Bernardino International Airport, marked Tesla’s second such initiative in the region, drawing dozens of firefighters eager to learn hands-on methods for containing battery-related infernos. Participants practiced scenarios involving Tesla vehicles and energy storage products, simulating real-world responses to thermal runaway events where batteries can reignite even after initial extinguishment.
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