Tesla plant in Austin is EVACUATED after 'hazardous' gas leak
The Austin Fire Department was called to the Tesla plant in southeast Austin on Monday afternoon after a 'hazardous' gas leak was reported.
The leak was reported around 1:30 p.m. at the Tesla plant located at 12600 Tesla Road.
Firefighters evacuated the building and began searching for the source of the leak.
The Austin Fire Department said the leak was caused by a malfunctioning piece of equipment.
The equipment was used to produce battery cells for Tesla's electric vehicles.
The leak was contained to a small area of the plant and there were no injuries reported.
The Tesla plant in Austin is one of the company's largest manufacturing facilities.
The plant produces battery cells and electric motors for Tesla's electric vehicles.
The plant is also used to assemble Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.
The Tesla plant in Austin is one of the largest employers in the city.
The plant employs over 10,000 people.
The plant is also a major economic driver for the city of Austin.
The Tesla plant in Austin is a major investment in the city's future.
The plant is a key part of Tesla's plans to produce more electric vehicles.
The plant is also a major step forward for the city of Austin's goal of becoming a leader in the clean energy sector.
