The Hindu Business Line : Fire put out at ONGC plant

Afire broke out at ONGC's Hazira Plant at 11.50 a.m. on Monday. Open vegetation and dry grass in the plant area caught fire, eight fire tenders were pressed into service and the fire was brought under control. The plant, which produces about 42 mmscmd of natural gas, was put on emergency high alert. The concerned area of the plant was isolated and put in safe mode.

A spokesperson for the company told Business Line that there was no loss of life and property. There was minimal disruption to the plant and offshore operation. Since it is a petrochemical plant all fires are treated very seriously. The district authorities had been informed. Senior officers from ONGC including Director (Offshore) are reviewing the situation. The cause of the fire is being investigated. The plant has resumed normal operations. - Our Bureau

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