How to Handle a Battery Thermal Event

A battery thermal event is a rapid chemical chain reaction that occurs inside a battery cell. The energy stored in the battery is released suddenly, which can cause out gasing and fire to explosion. Act immediately if you notice any of the following signs of a battery thermal event. Do smother the battery or device immediately with plenty of clean, dry sand. Dump the sand all at once. Time is critical, ok? The faster you pull all the sand, the sooner the reaction will be contained.