When it comes to substation fires, transformers filled with oil pose the greatest risk of fire. This is why utility providers need to have some type of transformer fire protection installed. For companies to provide their customers with uninterrupted power, they must have the right transformer fire wall in place.

Recently in California, the local electric company shut off the power that affected nearly one million people for 24 hours as a way of preventing wildfires. During that short window, one man died due to having no oxygen, and thousands experienced significant loss to their businesses from a financial perspective. Now imagine if a fire had erupted and destroyed a substation. Rather than for a couple days, those people would have been without power for much longer.

Not only is the appropriate transformer fire protection system necessary to provide customers with flawless service but also to adhere to specific codes. Companies that own and operate transformer substations must comply with all current laws and regulations. Otherwise, authorities could subject them to hefty fines or even worse measures.

A substation transformer fire can have a devastating impact on the economy if multiple transformers are damaged or destroyed. Most utilities are prepared for the loss of a single transformer, as transformers can fail for a number of reasons.

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