Flood-damaged EVs pose fire risk even after water recedes

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   Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorFire officials say flood-damaged electric vehicles can catch fire days or even weeks after the water is gone, and The Hill has the details.

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe problem is saltwater, which can damage the lithium-ion batteries in electric cars, hybrids, electric bicycles and scooters, and that damage can set off a fire long after the flood.

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   Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorSo a car that dried out, passed a quick look and got towed home can still be dangerous, and officials say that risk continues even after repairs.

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorFor owners, that means treating any vehicle or e-bike that sat in floodwater as a hazard, and asking the fire officials or the manufacturer before parking it in a garage.

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   Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWeeks later, though?

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorDays or weeks, and I find it thrilling that the car gives you a head start.

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   Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorI find it more thrilling that an electric scooter can hold a grudge. That is real commitment.

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorA scooter with a three-week plan, and I respect it more than most of my coworkers.

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   Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHere's the best part: it's more notice than my landlord has ever given me.