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Crews douse EV fire in Abbotsford Costco parking lot
A still from a video shows a vehicle fire in a Costco parking lot on May 31, 2025. (Credit: Michelle K.R.)
An electric vehicle exploded and burst into flames in a Costco parking lot in Abbotsford Saturday afternoon, according to authorities.
First responders were called to the big-box store on Sumas Way around 1:30 p.m. for 'reports of a vehicle explosion,' the Abbotsford Police Department said in a social media post, adding 'fortunately, no injuries have been reported.'
Firefighters remained on scene for several hours, according to a statement from the City of Abbotsford.
'Crews arrived to a fully engulfed vehicle and were able to put out the fire quickly through the use of fire blankets and water, minimizing the spread to other vehicles,' a spokesperson wrote.
'Crews remained on site yesterday afternoon while the vehicle continued to cool so it could be transported off site.'
The cause of the fire is under investigation. The parking lot and gas station were closed, but have since reopened.
