Fire safety when working with batteries: Firefighters train at Refurb Battery
Ninge SweensFirefighters dealing with battery fires need to be well-versed in the specific characteristics of the batteries and cells used to take effective firefighting measures. Using water for extinguishing can be ineffective or even dangerous. In the case of lithium-ion batteries, water can react with lithium ions, exacerbating the fire and leading to explosions. To handle battery fires, special fire extinguishing agents have been designed. These agents contain substances such as salts or sand to smother the fire and reduce heat dispersion without causing hazardous reactions. Extinguishing battery fires, therefore, requires a specialized approach and a thorough understanding of the chemical processes at play.
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