Hyderabad: A Kolcharam transformer fire disrupted electricity supply across the village in Medak district on Tuesday evening after flames completely destroyed the electrical equipment. The incident occurred near the BC hostel, opposite the Zilla Parishad High School, in Kolcharam mandal headquarters.
According to local residents, flames suddenly erupted from the transformer and quickly spread. Thick smoke subsequently rose from the equipment as the fire intensified. The transformer was completely gutted, resulting in a total disruption of electricity supply in the village. Consequently, residents faced difficulties following the power outage.
Kolcharam transformer fire raises concerns over electrical faults
Local residents suspected that overloading or low voltage might have caused the transformer to catch fire. However, electricity officials had not confirmed the exact cause of the incident. The sudden fire and subsequent power disruption affected residents in the mandal headquarters.
Meanwhile, villagers awaited information about the steps electricity department officials would take to restore the power supply. The transformer remained damaged following the incident, while residents sought the restoration of electricity services. Officials had yet to clarify the circumstances that led to the Kolcharam transformer fire or announce details of restoration measures.