Viral videos of EVs catching fire after Hurricane Helene raise safety concerns in Florida

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• Hurricane Helene caused at least 6 EV fires in Florida, according to state officials.
• Saltwater can corrode lithium-ion batteries, leading to short-circuits and fires.
• Florida officials are pressuring EV makers to notify customers about the risks.

Soon after Hurricane Helene barreled into northwestern Florida, local government...