The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) announced the finalization of a comprehensive blowout control plan at well Mori-5 in Andhra Pradesh’s Dr B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema district. The blaze at the site has persisted for a second day. Senior ONGC management, including Director Vikram Saxena and Crisis Management Team experts, have taken operational control of the well in Irusumanda village.
Excavation work has been completed to create a temporary canal for deploying high-capacity firewater pumps. Fire pumps are now at the site, with placement activities underway. ONGC stated that a gradual reduction in flame intensity and size is being observed, with the team successfully changing the flame to a vertical direction.
The company is monitoring air quality, noise levels, and nearby water bodies within a 600-meter radius to minimize environmental impact. ONGC is maintaining continuous coordination with stakeholders, including district and police administrations, local authorities, and the media, to ensure transparency and an effective response. All operations are being conducted with a focus on safety and environmental care.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu conducted a high-level meeting in Amaravati to review the situation. Officials briefed him on measures taken to address the incident and protect the public. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of providing accurate information to prevent panic among the people and ensuring necessary support is provided. He directed the district administration to assist those affected and ordered compensation for farmers who suffered losses due to the fire.
