An open burning transformer incident was resolved at a facility in Chelyabinsk, according to the regional press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergencies. The report confirms that open burning at the site has been extinguished and that crews continue to monitor the scene to prevent any rekindling.
The ministry noted that firefighters from the Chelyabinsk fire and rescue garrison are still working to extinguish the fire at the substation located on the enterprise grounds along Lenin Boulevard. Authorities stated that the affected oil transformer covered an area of 40 square meters, though the exact identity of the plant involved was not disclosed. Rescue teams reported the presence of four emergency response tankers from the Emergencies Ministry and two additional tankers deployed by the enterprise to support the effort.
Earlier, a significant blaze was reported at the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant, with a Telegram channel claiming that a transformer explosion preceded the fire. Authorities have not released any official confirmation regarding that sequence of events. The situation continues to be assessed by monitoring teams to determine the cause and potential implications for surrounding infrastructure.
As of now, there are no reports of injuries. Residents have expressed concern that the incident could lead to broader power outages in the city and its outskirts, prompting officials to provide ongoing updates about the status of the electrical system and supply reliability.
Earlier in the Moscow region, a separate power outage occurred due to a fire at an electrical substation, drawing attention to the vulnerability of critical transmission infrastructure and the importance of rapid emergency response to protect residents and businesses alike.