"On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the San Diego Fire Department (SDFD) Hazmat Environmental Response Team (ERT) was actively working in the Marquez Knolls neighborhood of #PacificPalisades, assisting in recovery efforts following the devastating Palisades Fire.""The specialized team focused on tagging electric vehicles (EVs) that were destroyed in the fire and inspecting homes for hazardous materials, including lithium-ion batteries. Their efforts are critical in identifying and mitigating potential dangers posed by these materials during the recovery process."

"SDFD's Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Team plays a vital role as a secondary specialty response unit, equipped to handle incidents involving hazardous substances. The team routinely assists emergency responders in addressing fuel spills, oil leaks, and other known or unknown hazardous materials to ensure safety for residents and workers in affected areas."