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Fire crews battle Phoenix garage fire involving 'homemade electrical cars'

The cause of the fire is under investigation
Homemade electrical car fire
Posted at 9:32 AM, Jun 18, 2024

PHOENIX — Investigators are looking into the cause of a fire that engulfed two cars and damaged a home in north Phoenix Tuesday morning.

Fire crews were dispatched to a home near Cactus and Cave Creek roads around 7:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a garage fire.

Firefighters discovered two vehicles, which were determined to be “homemade electrical cars,” were on fire.

Hazardous materials crews were called to the scene as a precaution during the emergency.

Homemade electric car fire Phoenix

Photos from the scene showed extensive damage to both vehicles, as well as serious damage to the front of the home.

Everyone inside the home evacuated safely and no injuries were reported.

The investigation is ongoing.