Firefighters responded to the incident using the Nivofire Fire Limitation Blanket.
With the rapid increase in the use of electric vehicles, battery-related fires are becoming a more frequent issue. Fires involving lithium-ion batteries, in particular, require special response methods from fire crews due to high temperatures, the risk of reignition, and lengthy extinguishing processes. The recent electric vehicle fire in Ankara’s Gölbaşı district once again highlighted these risks.
Firefighters from the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality quickly responded to an electric vehicle fire that broke out at a residential complex in the Gölbaşı district of Ankara. Following the report, one tanker and one fire engine were dispatched from the Gölbaşı Fire Station, while one battery-powered firefighting vehicle was sent from the Central Station to the scene. Later, to assist with cooling operations, an additional tanker was directed to the area from the Dikmen Fire Station.
Safe Response with the Nivofire Fire Limitation Blanket
While the initial response to the fire was carried out by crews from the Gölbaşı Fire Station, their swift and coordinated efforts prevented the flames from spreading to other nearby vehicles and buildings. During the response, the Nivofire Fire Limitation Blanket, one of the most effective solutions for bringing electric vehicle fires under control, was used. Playing a key role in bringing the fire under control and preventing its spread to the surrounding area, the blanket helped contain the flames, intense heat, and smoke that can occur in battery fires, thereby supporting a safe response.
Beware of the Risk of Reignition!
One of the most dangerous characteristics of electric vehicle batteries is the risk that they can reignite even after being extinguished. For this reason, the teams carried out the extinguishing and cooling operations, which lasted approximately 3 hours, with the utmost care. After completing the necessary safety checks, the vehicle was fully extinguished and rendered safe.
Incidents like this once again highlight just how critical it is for fire departments to be equipped with advanced gear and to employ specialized solutions for electric vehicle fires. The Nivofire Fire Limitation Blanket continues to be used on-site as one of the key pieces of equipment contributing to effective response during electric vehicle fires.
