Why Tesla EVs Catch Fire and Why Victims Struggle to Escape

We have often seen news articles or news broadcasts about how the drivers or passengers of Tesla EVs were stuck in the burning vehicles and could not escape and suffered a lot before they passed out. Why this happens over and over again?

Tesla electric vehicles (EVs), like many other EVs, use lithium-ion battery packs, which pose unique challenges when they catch fire, making them difficult to extinguish and complicating rescue efforts. The nature of these fires, known as “thermal runaway,” occurs when a single battery cell overheats and causes a chain reaction with other cells. This reaction generates extremely high temperatures, reaching up to 900°C (1,650°F), and releases flammable gases, making these fires intense and difficult to control.

Let’s see why Tesla Fires Are Hard to Extinguish

Once a Tesla’s battery pack ignites, it requires a massive amount of water to cool down and extinguish the flames. Firefighters often need tens of thousands of gallons of water, and even then, the fire may reignite due to residual heat and the battery’s chemical reactions. Conventional firefighting methods…