- A subterranean photovoltaic facility is currently ablaze.
Preliminary reports by the fire department indicate that an issue with a battery from a solar energy setup might've sparked a blaze in Hechingen, Zollernalbkreis. Some locals alerted the fire department on Friday night due to significant smoke emanating from the basement of a single-family dwelling, as per the cops. Upon reaching Stetten neighborhood, smoke was already seeping out the front door, and the solar energy setup was ablaze in the basement.
During the firefighting efforts, harmful gases surfaced as a result of water from the extinguishers coming into contact with the battery acid. These gases swiftly dispersed throughout the house by means of the smoke, nonetheless, posing no risk to the other inhabitants.
Given that the house was undergoing renovations, no occupants were around, and no casualties were reported, as per the police. The estimated damages range between 50,000 to 70,000 euros. The authorities are still probing into the precise reason behind the fire.
The authorities might need to inspect the manufacturing process of the battery, as it's crucial to understand if the issue stemmed from a flaw in the battery's 'Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product'. Confederating with the solar energy company to review their quality control measures could be beneficial in this situation.
