Patna, (Bihar Times): A huge fire broke out in
Muzaffarpur-based Kanti Thermal Power Plant on Tuesday
evening. The fire severely damaged a part of the
Plant.
According to the General Manager of the plant P C
Kumbaj fire broke out due to a spark caused by an
electrical glitch near highly inflammable materials and leakage in oil barrels used for power production.
Fire tenders were pressed into service. A large number
of local people are also seen helping the fire brigade
personnel in dousing the fire.
The fire is likely to further worsen the power
situation in the state. The fire is likely to cause
extensive damage to the plant, which is already
passing through its bad phase.