KUALA LUMPUR — Electric vehicle charging infrastructure is designed to prioritise safety during floods, with systems that automatically shut down when risks are detected, Tenaga Nasional Berhad said.
Charging stations are protected by multiple electrical safety layers, including fuses, miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) and residual current devices (RCDs). These components work together to cut power instantly in the event of submersion or abnormal electrical activity.
TNB monitors charging infrastructure using smart grid technologies such as ADMS and GIS, enabling early identification of flood-prone sites and preventive safety measures.
Meanwhile, the Zero Emission Vehicle Association confirmed that no electric shock incidents involving EV chargers have been reported during floods to date, though EV owners are advised to avoid charging in high-risk areas and follow all safety guidance.