Multiple incidents involving garbage trucks catching fire have raised concerns regarding safety protocols and hazardous waste disposal. In Smith County, Texas, a trash truck caught fire with no reported injuries; the cause is under investigation by the fire marshal's office. Brisbane City Council reported a worrying trend of 'hot loads' from household bins causing fires and explosions, primarily due to residents improperly disposing of batteries. In Wilson, North Carolina, a garbage truck fire resulted in an estimated loss of $300,000, though the cause remains undetermined. Furthermore, a truck in Fargo was lost due to an accidental fire caused by a hot grinder placed near debris. Meanwhile, a trash fire in Pearl River, Louisiana, was quickly extinguished after firefighters doused the burning load with 1,000 gallons of water.