News Summary
A fire broke out at a battery storage facility in Peoria, Arizona, prompting a rapid response from fire crews across the region. The fire, which started in the afternoon, was contained by firefighters after several hours of effort. No injuries were reported, and the incident did not cause power outages, though traffic disruptions occurred as Northern Avenue was closed. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, raising safety concerns over battery storage facilities as reliance on this technology increases.
Peoria Firefighters Contain Blaze at Battery Storage Facility
A fire erupted at a battery storage facility in the 7300 block of W Northern Avenue in Peoria, Arizona, on October 1, 2025. Fire crews from the surrounding areas, including Phoenix, Glendale, and Peoria, promptly responded to the incident, which began shortly before 4:15 p.m. Firefighters remained on the scene until approximately 9:50 p.m., successfully containing the flames.
The fire occurred at the Salt River Project’s 25-megawatt battery system, positioned at its Bolster substation, adjacent to the Agua Fria Generating Station. Although flames were visible emanating from the containers storing batteries on-site, it has been confirmed that the battery system was offline at the time of the fire. No power outages were reported as a consequence of the incident. Fortunately, there were no injuries linked to the blaze.
During the firefighting efforts, Northern Avenue was closed near 75th Avenue for several hours, creating significant traffic disruptions in the area. The Peoria Fire-Medical Department emphasized that a primary objective was to prevent the fire from spreading, alongside monitoring air quality in the vicinity. Fire crews are anticipated to remain on-site for an extended operation to ensure that the flames are fully extinguished.
As of now, the cause of the fire and the specific type of batteries involved remain unexplored. A meeting with representatives from the facility was scheduled for 11 p.m. that day to assess the situation further and determine if it was safe to transition from active firefighting operations to fire watch.
Updates regarding the situation are pending as authorities continue to classify it as a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available, particularly concerning potential causes and recovery efforts at the facility.
The incident raises concerns over safety protocols at battery storage facilities, especially given the growing reliance on battery systems for energy storage and management. Incidents like this highlight the importance of stringent safety measures and immediate response during emergencies in such critical infrastructure.
Overall, the prompt response of fire crews from multiple jurisdictions played a vital role in controlling the blaze and protecting the surrounding community.
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