Failure Event - France, Martinique, Saint-Esprit - 29 Sep 2023

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Overview

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Location: France, Martinique, Saint-Esprit
Capacity (MW):
Capacity (MWh):
Battery Module:
Integrator:
Application: Solar Integration
Installation: Farm
Enclosure Type: Container
Event Date: 29 September 2023
System Age (yr):
Extent of Damage: Explosion
State During Accident: Operational
Description: The explosion blew out windows from nearby residential homes and led to an evacuation. Water was used to reduce toxic air emissions and the fire was suppressed with powder and foam within 3 hours.
Root Cause:
Failed Element:
Source: DayFR Euro
Additional Resources: La 1ere
RCI
Note: Missing values in this table reflect unknowns.

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