A man in Florida succumbed to smoke inhalation after a battery explosion from a golf cart submerged in floodwaters during Hurricane Milton, bringing the storm’s death toll to at least 25. The incident occurred in Charlotte County, with authorities highlighting the increasing dangers posed by lithium-ion batteries in such environments. Florida’s chief financial officer has repeatedly warned about these fire risks, especially after similar incidents following Hurricane Helene. As the state grapples with the aftermath, many insurance claims related to battery fires are expected to emerge.
