South Korea plans to install more underground sprinklers following electric vehicle fire

In response to a recent increase in electric vehicle fires in underground parking lots in South Korea, the government is reportedly considering regulatory changes, including installing additional sprinklers and speeding up firefighter response times. The Environment Ministry was scheduled to hold a meeting on Monday for the National Fire Agency to outline how to mitigate the risks associated with electric vehicle fires. Key steps to be taken from Monday’s meeting will be discussed.