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LA Wildfire Cleanup Faces Fiery Challenges with Burning Teslas

The devastating Los Angeles wildfires have not only consumed countless homes but also sparked unique challenges in the cleanup efforts, thanks to over 431,000 Teslas operating in the area. These burnt electric vehicles, along with home battery storage systems, add layers of complexity with their toxic materials and fire risks, delaying resident returns. As the city tackles an estimated $40 billion in insurance losses, new protocols for battery removal and recycling are in focus to manage environmental and human health risks.