Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire:
Seek Compensation for Your Losses
The devastating lithium-ion battery fire at the Vistra Energy facility in Moss Landing took so much from Monterey County community—our clean air, our peace of mind, our homes, and our health.
If you or your property were affected by the toxic smoke and chemicals from the fire, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your losses.
The Story of the Moss Landing Battery Fire
The catastrophic lithium-ion battery fire broke out at the world's largest battery facility, Vistra Energy battery storage plant, on January 16, 2025 in Moss Landing, California.
The fire caused approximately 1,200 residents to evacuate due to the dangerous smoke and flames and forced business closures. This fire led to the discovery of heavy metals in the environmental contamination (heavy metals like cobalt, nickel, and copper) and prompted ongoing concerns about battery safety and community health impacts.
This incident has prompted significant community health concerns and led residents to report a range of health issues, highlighting the serious impact on local families.
Don't face these losses alone. Individuals who sustained health issues, property damage, or economic losses due to the moss landing fire may be entitled to compensation.
The Moss Landing Fire Was a Preventable Disaster
The catastrophic fire at the Moss Landing facility was not an accident—it was the foreseeable result of critical safety failures. Our investigation has revealed that this disaster could have been prevented.
Outdated Technology
The facility used older nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) batteries, which are highly susceptible to "thermal runaway"—a dangerous chain reaction fire. While these batteries allowed for high energy density, they posed a significant fire risk due to their low heat tolerance.
Failed Safety Systems
When the fire started, the facility’s suppression system was unable to stop the blaze, highlighting a critical failure of its safety protocols.
Catastrophic Consequences
These failures led to a fire that released toxic heavy metals, including nickel, manganese, and cobalt, into the surrounding environment. This environmental damage, coupled with the forced evacuation of residents and ongoing health concerns, forms the basis for legal action against the responsible parties.
Let Our Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys
Advocate for Your Recovery
Victims of the Moss Landing fire may be entitled to justice and compensation.
The damages available to Moss Landing fire victims may include recovery for a wide range of losses and hardships, such as:
Medical expenses
Lost wages
Business losses and interruptions
Pain and suffering
Property damage and cleanup costs
Property devaluation
Evacuation expenses
Loss of enjoyment of property or quality of life
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