Electric vehicle fire training held at Rockville-Adams Township Training Center

Firefighters from across Parke County recently came together for specialized training focused on electric vehicle (EV) fire response at the Rockville-Adams Township Fire Department Training Center.

This training was held by the Parke County Local Emergency Planning Committee. 

Departments participating in the training included Mecca Fire Department, Bellmore Fire Department, Marshall Fire Department, and Rockville-Adams Township Fire Department along with Parke County Emergency Management Agency. The hands-on training was designed to address the unique challenges associated with electric vehicle fires, including high-voltage battery systems, thermal runaway, and extended suppression efforts.

As electric vehicles become more common on roadways, fire departments are adapting to ensure they are prepared to respond safely and effectively. This training provided firefighters with the latest techniques, safety protocols, and practical experience needed to manage EV-related incidents.

“This type of training is critical as technology evolves,” said Tyson Conrady, Parke County Local Emergency Planning Committee Chairman “Working together with neighboring departments strengthens our ability to respond and protect our communities.”

The training emphasized interdepartmental cooperation, scene safety, and the importance of proper equipment and tactics when dealing with electric vehicle fires.

The Parke County Local Emergency Planning Committee would like to thank the Rockville-Adams Township Fire Department for hosting the training and would like to thank all participating departments for their commitment to ongoing training and public safety.