Commission flags fire, HAZMAT and environmental risks as part of BESS review
Members asked staff to gather technical input from HAZMAT, local fire officials and state resource agencies to address containment, fire standards, sinkhole risk and emergency response for battery energy storage systems.
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During discussion of the BESS ordinance amendment, commissioners singled out fire safety, hazardous-materials response and environmental risks as priorities for technical review. Vice Chair Candi Brandau Larson specifically raised fire safety and suggested input from Mason City HAZMAT personnel, including Aaron Beemer; members also noted local fire officials such as Sam Deverell have been increasing their knowledge of BESS-related issues.
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