Fire engulfs major substation south of Sydney 

Sydney: A fire broke out at a major power substation south of Sydney in Australia, with multiple explosions reported at the site.

According to authorities, there are no reports of injuries although one person was evacuated from the site.

One transformer at the substation is fully alight while a second is at risk.

Reports quoting sources stated that approximately 1,000 litres of oil is being contained. 

A large smoke plume from the blaze is affecting nearby Wollongong and Unanderra, with flights at nearby Shellharbour Airport delayed.

In the meantime, the residents have been directed to stay indoors with windows and doors closed until air quality improves.  

“The fire is not escalating and emergency services are now preparing to extinguish the fire,” an official said.