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Firefighters face increased exposure to dangerous chemicals when extinguishing electric vehicle (EV) fires, demanding specialized training and decontamination protocols.

Research highlights the increased cancer risk faced by firefighters due to toxic heavy metal exposure during electric vehicle fires.

Research highlights increased cancer risks for firefighters and communities exposed to heavy metals released during electric vehicle (EV) fires.

Extinguishing EV fires requires more water and presents unique hazards, necessitating proper decontamination to reduce exposure.

A new study highlights the increased cancer risks faced by firefighters and communities due to the toxic heavy metals released in electric vehicle (EV) fires, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety protocols and decontamination procedures.