And that’s not all

State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis announced on Oct. 9 that after Hurricane Helene came through in September, at least 48 fires involving lithium-ion batteries had been reported — 11 in electric vehicles. “Floridians living on the coastline who own EVs are at risk of those EVs being inundated with saltwater storm surge, which presents a dangerous fire threat to Florida families and homes,” Patronis said, according to WFTS-TV. Other products like electric scooters, golf carts or children’s toys also could be affected.