Energy Storage System Emergencies

If an energy storage system (battery) is burning, immediately contact PPL Electric Utilities, and wait for their personnel to arrive.

  • Isolate the area at least 300 feet in all directions. Keep unauthorized persons away.
  • Protect exposures outside of the immediate hazard area, such as trees and buildings, to prevent fire from spreading.
  • Wait for PPL Electric Utilities personnel to give the go-ahead to begin firefighting.
  • Use a firefighting method appropriate for the specific chemistry of the battery.

Explore the safety meeting resources on energy storage and other distributed energy resources offered by the National Fire Protection Association: https://www.nfpa.org/News-and-Research/Resources/Emergency-Responders/High-risk-hazards/Energy-Storage-Systems

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