Information provided by the San Benito County Office of Emergency Services. Lea este artÃculo en español aquÃ.
Jan. 17 at 2:53 p.m. Update:
“With the fire in Moss Landing continuing to burn and based on the current wind conditions, the San Benito County Public Health Dept. is recommending anyone with underlying respiratory issues stay inside. For others, it is recommended you minimize your time outside and if you must go outside, please try to wear a N95 mask or other respiratory protective mask.
To check the Air Quality:
https://www.iqair.com/us/
enter the city or location for specific information.”
In an email, phone and text message to residents of SBC, the Office of Emergency Services issued the following statement regarding the fire at the Vistra battery storage facility in Moss Landing.
“San Benito County Office of Emergency Services & the San Benito County Public Health Dept. continues to monitor the Moss Landing fire and the local air quality. At this time, no imminent significant threat exists. Sensitive groups including those with respiratory difficulties should monitor local air conditions at www.iqair.com/us/ and consider wearing a mask. As a precaution, keep children and pets indoors and keep doors and windows closed. For specific concerns, please contact the Public Health Dept. at 831-637-5367.”
Editor’s note: The fire at Vistra Power Plant in Moss Landing which stores batteries started Jan. 16. The Monterey Sheriff’s Office has issued evacuation orders, several roads and schools are closed.
According to Monterey County Supervisor, Kate Daniels’ Facebook page:
“This is an evolving incident, and we are working diligently to gather facts and share *accurate* information with the community, as soon as possible.
In this incident, air monitoring detected no measurable levels of hydrofluoric acid (HF) or hazardous particulates, confirming that the air remains safe (from these concerns) for responders and the surrounding area. Regular checks will ensure conditions remain stable.
That being said, particulates released during battery fires may include:
– Carbon compounds
– Heavy metals (e.g., cobalt, nickel, manganese)
– Oxides (e.g., lithium oxide, manganese oxide)
– Organic solvents”
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