Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.
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CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 Mar. 2026
Lithium-ion and other rechargeable batteries can ignite when crushed or punctured inside collection trucks, which can ignite sparks and fire, potentially destroying the truck, never mind jeopardizing the safety of the driver.
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