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Tesla Slams Into Tree as Fire Shuts Route 59 in Naperville

Firefighters used heavy water flows and a Poseidon Nozzle to extinguish and cool the EV’s batteries.

Overview

  • Officials have not released confirmed information on injuries or the crash cause.
  • Route 59 is closed TFN from 95th Street to Cantore Road, with alternate routes via Naperville-Plainfield Road or Book Road reported.
  • The fire was extinguished, and crews continued cooling damaged battery packs to prevent re-ignition.
  • CBS and NBC reporters shared on-scene updates and photos while an official statement from authorities was still pending.
  • Videos from the area show the Tesla severely burned after the impact near 95th Street in the Chicago suburb.