Electric vehicle fire

In an electric vehicle fire, extinguishing the burning batteries is difficult and requires a large amount of water. The generated gases are toxic, and breathing them should be avoided. An electric vehicle fire must always be reported immediately by calling the emergency number 112.

How to act in the case of an electric vehicle fire:

If an electric vehicle is burning or generating smoke, DO NOT start the initial firefighting. Instead:

Save those in danger
Summon help by calling 112
Exit the danger zone
Avoid breathing gases from the fire
Warn others, and prevent them from entering the fire area
Guide the rescue services to the site