A Tesla electric vehicle was completely destroyed by fire while at a charging station in Pennsylvania, United States. The incident occurred at the Sheetz supercharging station in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania on July 8. Although the exact model of the vehicle hasn't been confirmed, it is suspected to be a Model Y.
Quick Response from Fire Services
The fire at the Pennsylvania supercharging station prompted a swift response from the Upper Allen Fire Department and other local fire services. Responders included the Upper Allen Police, Mechanicsburg Fire Company, TEAM 200, Lisburn Fire Company, and Hampden Township Fire Department. Despite their combined efforts, the car was almost entirely consumed by the flames.
Detailed Incident Report
The Upper Allen Fire Department released a detailed report on the incident, but the cause of the fire remains undisclosed to the public. During the firefighting efforts, the fire department shut down the street and used a fire hydrant from the opposite side of the road. They stayed on the scene for about 5 hours, concerned about the possibility of reignition.
Tesla's Fire Safety Record
There have been multiple reports of Tesla vehicles catching fire, but the company maintains that its cars are safe. Tesla recently published a report stating that its vehicles catch fire 9 times less frequently than the US average per 1 billion miles driven. It is always recommended for car owners to follow preventive measures to reduce the risk of their car catching fire.
