22 Sailors Rescued After EV Fire Engulfs Cargo Ship

A fire broke out on the Morning Midas, a cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles (800 of which were electric), approximately 304 miles south of Adak, Alaska. The fire, believed to have originated from electric vehicle batteries, proved difficult to extinguish due to the salt water's conductive properties causing short circuits and thermal runaway in the batteries. All 22 crew members were rescued, but the ship is expected to continue burning until specialized firefighting crews arrive. This incident highlights the significant challenges posed by electric vehicle battery fires at sea.