Emergency Procedures; Incidents Involving Fire; Submerged Or Partially Submerged Vehicle - Honda FCX Manual

Emergency Procedures

Based on discussions with rescue
professionals, we recommend that
emergency response personnel follow
standard procedures developed by their
own organization for assessing situations
and dealing with potential hazards. Given
our knowledge of the FCX, we also
recommend the procedures outlined in this
section.

Incidents Involving Fire

If an FCX is involved in a fire, follow
standard fire-fighting procedures, but keep
away from the rear of the vehicle until the
fire is completely out. Remember that high
temperatures or pressures can cause all
hydrogen in the tanks to be released
through the pressure relief tubing at the
right rear of the vehicle (see pages 5 and 6)
and that hydrogen flames are invisible.
Submerged or Partially Submerged
Vehicle
Pull the vehicle out of the water, and then
use one of the procedures described on
pages 10–15 for preventing current flow
through the high voltage cables. There is
no danger of electric shock from touching
the car body or framework.
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