Energy storage fire video

What happened at Moss Landing energy storage facility?

The fire started the afternoon of 16 January, burning through a concrete building full of lithium batteries at the Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility in Monterey county, California. Other buildings on the site, including more battery storage facilities and a natural gas plant, were not affected.

What happens if solar batteries catch fire?

The batteries, crucial for California’s renewable energy efforts, store electricity generated by solar power for use at night. But when these batteries catch fire, they can be dangerous and difficult to extinguish. Although the fire was contained within a concrete building at the facility, its intense nature raised concerns.

Why did Vistra plant start a fire?

This isn’t the first time the plant has seen a fire. Similar incidents occurred in 2021 and 2022, when a fire sprinkler system malfunction caused overheating. However, the cause of the current fire remains unclear. Once the blaze is under control, Vistra plans to investigate its origin.