Massive fire breaks out at Noida Power Company Limited substation in Greater Noida

A fire broke out at a power substation of Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) in Noida's Sector 148 on Wednesday (August 19, 2020).

Massive fire breaks out at Noida Power Company Limited substation in Greater Noida

New Delhi: A massive fire broke out at a power substation of Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) in Noida's Sector 148 on Wednesday (August 19, 2020). The blaze was reported around 8:30 am it was controlled by 10:30 am, the officials said. 

The transformers were engulfed in the blaze. The area falls under Knowledge Park Police Station jurisdiction.

Noida fire, Noida Power Company Limited

Thick smoke billowed from the power station and could be seen in the sky from a distance.

The incident also led to a brief disruption in power supply to nearby areas, locals told PTI.

The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, according to police officials.

(More details awaited)

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