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Public commenter raises safety concerns about battery energy storage fires

3347895 · May 16, 2025
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Summary

During call to public, a community member warned commissioners about fire risks and hazardous chemicals at battery energy storage facilities and urged local mitigation measures and accurate application disclosures.

During the public comment period, Dan Baker raised concerns about large battery energy storage systems and the risk of prolonged fires and hazardous chemical releases. Baker referenced recent battery storage fires and said that…

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