Abbotsford Fire Battles Blaze in Costco Parking Lot After Reports of EV Explosion
- Abbotsford Police Department and Fire Rescue Service responded to an electric vehicle fire in the Costco parking lot on Sumas Way at 1:24 p.m. On Saturday.
- The dispatch was triggered by notifications of an electric vehicle bursting into flames, resulting in a fire and causing traffic delays in a well-known shopping district.
- Firefighters arrived to find the vehicle completely engulfed in flames and quickly brought the fire under control using blankets and water; they planned to remain on site for some time to completely put out the fire and maintain safety.
- Abbotsford Police indicated the main Costco parking lot entrance and nearby fuel station closed, causing significant traffic delays, but fortunately no injuries have been reported.
- City officials reported the fire cause remains under investigation, and firefighters will remain onsite for an extended period to manage the situation safely.
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