Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of Wildland Fires and Electric Vehicle Fire Response

By Adam McFadden

In recent years, the frequency and intensity of wildland fires have escalated across the globe, fueled by climate change, urban expansion, and evolving fire behavior. At the same time, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) has introduced new challenges for first responders, particularly when EVs are caught in wildfire zones. The devastating wildfires in Hawaii, California, and Australia have highlighted the increasing need for integrated fire response strategies that address both traditional and emerging fire hazards.

Adam McFadden training firefighter how to approach and mitigate EV fires and stay safe will doing it.