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Lithium Fire Sparks Hazmat Alert in La Verne
23 Sep
Summary
- A lithium-ion battery fire occurred at a La Verne facility.
- Hazmat response and evacuation orders were issued for residents.
- Emergency services are actively managing the hazardous situation.
A significant fire involving lithium-ion batteries prompted an urgent response in La Verne, California. The blaze occurred at a commercial energy storage facility located near Wheeler Avenue.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department, alongside other emergency services, was dispatched to the scene to combat the hazardous situation. Their efforts focused on containing the fire and mitigating its impact.
Due to the critical nature of the incident, the La Verne Police Department issued a mandatory evacuation order. Residents in the vicinity of Wheeler and Bonita Avenue were instructed to evacuate immediately for their safety, with personnel guiding the process.
