Tesla lithium battery fire hits ‘landmark’ Queensland energy project, sparking political debate
by Australian Associated Press from World news | The Guardian on (#6F3DE)
Bouldercombe residents told to stay indoors as fire crews take advice from Tesla to allow the fire to burn out, which may take several days
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A Tesla battery fire at one of Queensland's first large-scale battery storage sites could burn for days, as authorities warn nearby residents to stay indoors to avoid hazardous fumes.
Emergency services were called at Bouldercombe, south of Rockhampton, about 7.45pm on Tuesday.
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