Hurricanes, EV Fires & Lithium-Ion Hazards with Florida's Chief Rice

Book Training Today https://www.stachedtraining.comFlorida has seen a dramatic increase in lithium-ion battery incidents during hurricanes, starting with Hurricane Ian in 2022 and continuing with Helene and Milton in 2024. In this interview, I speak with Florida's Chief Rice, Director of the Division of State Fire Marshal, about the challenges posed by electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries during severe weather events. We also discuss the state's efforts to raise awareness through their annual lithium-ion battery symposiums and how these initiatives aim to improve safety for first responders and communities.