A fire at the Transgrid substation in Dapto could continue to burn for another two days as firefighters and NSW Environment Protection Authority work together to find the best way to put it out.
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One transformer at the Yallah Bay Road substation caught on fire yesterday afternoon. The fire is now stable and contained with 10 firefighters on scene, down from 60 yesterday.
With more than 1000 litres of oil on site emergency services are considering next steps. Options include using water and foam to put the fire out or allowing it to burn out, which could take another two days.
Residents have been warned to stay away and to keep their doors and windows closed.
Here's what we know:
- Fire and Rescue NSW said about 1000 litres of oil is being contained.
- The large smoke plume is affecting Wollongong and Unanderra, causing flights in and out of Shellharbour Airport to be delayed.
- Transgrid have said the local electricity supply will not be affected.
- Residents have been warned to stay away from the area and keep doors and windows closed.
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