Electrical Fires During Hurricane Season with Barry Rice

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we are joined by industry expert Barry Rice, Certified Safety Professional and Environmental, Health and Safety Director for Signal Restoration Service’s family of companies, including Signal and PuroClean. Barry brings over 20 years of experience in various industries, including environmental restoration, heavy industrial manufacturing, mechanical field service, automotive and aircraft manufacturing support, residential and commercial construction and disaster restoration.

Barry has made significant contributions to EHS efforts and is here to share his expertise on electrical fires during hurricane season, particularly focusing on saltwater-related fires and their impact on EVs and homes.

Key Discussion Points:

Industry Experience and Insights: Barry shares his journey in the industry and what drew him to the field of environmental, health and safety.
Saltwater-Related Fires and EV Impact: Find out what inspired Barry to write about saltwater-related fires and their impact on electric vehicles and homes.
Saltwater Flooding and EV Batteries: Barry explains why saltwater flooding causes EV batteries to catch fire and the science behind it.
Homeowner Precautions: Learn about the precautions you as an industry professional can take and arm your business owners and homeowners to help prevent saltwater-related fires in their businesses and homes during hurricane season.
Safe Restoration Practices: Learn how you as restoration professionals can safely repower and restore saltwater-flooded homes.
Long-Term Community Measures: Learn about the long-term measures communities should take to address the risks of saltwater flooding and EV fires.
Takeaways for Readers: Barry shares what he hopes readers take away from his article and this discussion.

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KEYWORDS: disaster preparedness hurricane damage restoration

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Kayla McGowan is the Editor-in-Chief of R&R Magazine, with 10 years of experience in marketing and communications in the restoration and cleaning industry. She leads the editorial strategy for R&R and The Experience Events, creating content that informs and connects industry professionals.

Kayla holds a B.S. in Criminal Science and M.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. She serves as Co-Chair on the RIA’s Marketing Committee.

Kayla is a Microbial Warrior®, a Certified Forensic Operator® and a High Risk/ High Level Decontamination Specialist™. Kayla is passionate about elevating the industry, is a food lover, enjoys spending time with her family, and embracing the outdoors.