On Thursday, August 29, 2024, a Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) hazardous materials specialist was on the scene of a burnt-down Toyota Prius at Rose Court in Venice. The specialist utilized a thermal camera to monitor the temperature of the vehicle's battery, ensuring there were no fluctuations before authorizing the car to be towed. The precaution was necessary because any rise in temperature could have prevented the vehicle from being moved. After approximately an hour, a tow truck arrived, and following a final temperature check, the specialist gave the green light for the car to be loaded onto the flatbed truck.
The cause of the fire remains undetermined, with both electrical failure and arson being considered. A neighboring resident, who witnessed the incident, spoke with Santa Monica Closeup, providing insight into the events leading up to the fire.
According to the witness, the car belonged to a tenant who had just moved in the previous day. The resident described how the car’s doors were found open before the fire started and speculated about the possibility of arson, although the battery was reported to be intact. The witness also mentioned that ring camera footage from the area showed an individual walking away from the scene around the time of the fire, but no conclusive evidence has been confirmed.
As the investigation continues, the cause of the fire remains a mystery. The incident has left the new tenant with an unfortunate welcome to the neighborhood.
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