Insights on electric vehicles shared at Baldwin County EMA LEPC meeting

GCM Staff Report

The Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency held its Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting on Monday, June 10, at the Emergency Operations Center, focusing on the evolving challenges and opportunities presented by electric vehicles.

The meeting featured insightful presentations from guest speakers Stephen Sullivan of Riviera Utilities and Joe Staska of the Daphne Fire Department.

Sullivan provided a comprehensive overview of electric vehicle infrastructure from a utilities perspective, highlighting the safety considerations essential for supporting this rapidly advancing technology.

Staska offered valuable insights from a first responder’s viewpoint, addressing the specific challenges and procedures for managing electric vehicle incidents.

For more information on future meetings or to get involved, visit the Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency’s website at www.baldwincountyal.gov/departments/emergency-management-agency.