Volvo C40 Recharge electric car unexpectedly caught fire; in such a scenario, avoid making this mistake

In case of fire in the EV, the first thing to be done is to stop it and turn off the ignition. Apart from this, if you keep any fire control device in the vehicle, then somehow take it out of the vehicle and try to control the fire with it. Here are some things to keep in mind if an EV catches fire.

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Volvo C40 Recharge electric car unexpectedly caught fire; in such a scenario, avoid making this mistake
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Volvo C40 Recharge electric car unexpectedly caught fire; in such a scenario, avoid making this mistake

On the road in Chhattisgarh, an electric SUV Volvo C40 Recharge burned to the ground. The driver and every passenger exited the vehicle punctually. The owner of the car recorded the incident on camera using his smartphone.

The electric SUV from Volvo that is on fire is visible in the footage. Volvos are renowned for their safety. Electric vehicles have once again been questioned in the wake of this tragedy. Here, we'll outline the mistakes you should avoid making in the event of an electric vehicle fire.

Some people become frightened in the event of an electric car fire and attempt to put it out by touching high-voltage parts or the battery casing. They feel that by doing this the fire can be controlled.

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Muskan Kumawat Verified Public Figure • 16 Apr, 2026 Journalist

Muskan Kumawat is a Journalist & Content Writer at Sangri Times English, covering a wide range of topics, including news, entertainment, and trending stories. With a strong passion for storytelling and in-depth reporting, she delivers engaging and informative content to readers.

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