We live in the age of lithium-ion batteries. From smartphones to large-scale power plants like the Vistra Energy Storage Facility in Moss Landing, California, these batteries bring with them a significant and escalating threat: the potential for intense and difficult-to-control fires. The incident in Moss Landing serves as a stark reminder of the inherent dangers...
The 2025 lithium-ion battery fires at the Vistra Energy Storage Facility at Moss Landing Power Plant have sparked questions about the cause of these fires and their potential health risks. With the increased attention on this matter, it is important to understand why lithium batteries catch fire and how you and your family can stay...
Most of us interact with lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries numerous times a day. You may have heard stories of phones or other devices powered by these batteries catching fire or burning when they are left to charge under a pillow or when using a charger that is too powerful for the device. While those incidents can...
When fires erupted at the Vistra Energy Storage Facility located at Moss Landing Power Plant in January and February of 2025, it released toxic gases and heavy metals into the air. These fumes harmed many of the area’s residents, causing a number of health conditions and long-term effects. As such, it is crucial to be...
Lithium-ion batteries are the new standard for everything from wireless devices to electric cars. However, these easy-to-charge batteries do not come without risks. Understanding how to prevent a lithium battery fire can help you stay safe and avoid thermal runaway fires like the one that happened in Moss Landing, CA, where residents were evacuated due...
The rise of clean energy has increased reliance on lithium-ion batteries, which now power everything from consumer electronics to massive energy storage facilities like the Vistra Energy Storage Facility in Moss Landing, California. While these batteries offer efficiency and scalability, they also carry serious risks that can lead to uncontrollable fires. The recent incidents in...
The Moss Landing community and surrounding areas of Monterey County have been deeply affected by the recent fires at the Vistra Energy Storage Facility, one of the largest lithium-ion battery sites in the world. The incidents early this year forced the evacuation of over a thousand residents. They raised serious concerns about the health risks...
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is life-altering. While no amount of money can ever replace what’s lost, California law gives surviving family members the right to seek accountability and compensation. One of the first questions we’re often asked is: “How much is a wrongful death case worth?” Statistics Are Just the...