In January 2025, the Vistra battery energy storage system in Moss Landing caught fire. It burned for days and was the largest fire of its kind. KAZU's news team reported on different aspects of the battery plant fire aftermath over the course of the year.
These stories are listed chronologically.
Residents advised to stay inside as Moss Landing battery plant fire continues
Health concerns persist after Moss Landing fire
Moss Landing-area residents worry they’re living amid a dangerous environmental disaster
Moss Landing business owners say they are still suffering effects of battery plant fire
Santa Cruz County hosts final meeting on battery plants, PG&E updates restarting plans
Researchers are trying to trace the path of heavy metal deposits from the Moss Landing battery fire
Central Coast counties want to regulate battery energy storage. Why is it taking so long?
Newly published research confirms heavy metals in Elkhorn Slough after battery plant fire