KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 – As nightfall enveloped Kuala Lumpur yesterday, news of a Tesla vehicle ablaze sent shockwaves throughout the city. The incident, captured in numerous videos that circulated online, was later confirmed by the Fire and Rescue Department.
Quick Response to the Blaze
Upon receiving an alert at approximately 8.32pm, a quick response team of seven firefighters from Puchong Fire and Rescue Station arrived at the scene. They discovered that a significant portion, around 70%, of the Tesla Model Y was already consumed by fire. Their proficient action ensured that the fire was rapidly brought under control, though the exact time frame remains unspecified in the official documentation.
Unanticipated Events Before the Fire
Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, the Assistant Director for the Operation Division of Bomba Selangor, shed light on the circumstances preceding the fire. According to Mukhtar, the Tesla owner had briefly parked the vehicle to grab a bite to eat when the unexpected blaze erupted.
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Searching for Answers
With a myriad of questions swirling around the incident, the case has been entrusted to forensic experts to unravel the mystery. While speculations abound, it remains premature to ascertain if the car’s high-voltage battery was the fire’s trigger. Observers, noting the firefighter’s relative ease in extinguishing the fire, opine that the battery might not have been the source.
As the investigation unfolds, the incident serves as a poignant reminder of the potential risks and challenges in the evolving landscape of electric vehicles. For many in the Asia Pacific region, electric vehicles represent a sustainable future, but such incidents highlight the need for rigorous safety checks and advancements.
