4 days ago · One person was hospitalized Monday after a transformer explosion at a Hartford building, fire officials said.

5 days ago · HARTFORD — A transformer explosion knocked out power for hundreds of residents and sent one person to the hospital on Monday afternoon, the city fire chief said.

4 days ago · One person was transported to the hospital after a transformer explosion and fire on Monday in the area of Charter Oak Avenue and Wyllys Street in Hartford, according to fire officials.

Dec 23, 2025 · Transformer explosions are extremely dangerous. When a transformer fails, it can explode violently and suddenly. These explosions destroy equipment worth millions of dollars, cut off …

5 days ago · Three security guards and a tenant suffered third-degree burns when a transformer exploded in the early hours of Monday at an apartment building in New Doornfontein, Johannesburg, …

In this article, I’ll explain the top 5 reasons behind transformer explosions. We’ll explore each cause in detail, from lightning strikes to oil contamination.

Understand why transformers blow, what causes the loud blast, the danger zone, outage impact, and simple steps to stay safe at home.

Nov 16, 2022 · When a transformer blows, the noise, heat, and fumes that are released may be a bit of a frightening experience. In some cases, you may even be able to see a fireball or a charged ball as …

5 days ago · Four people have been injured when a transformer exploded in New Doornfontein in the Johannesburg CBD this morning. The explosion resulted in the collapse of the room that the …

Apr 25, 2025 · Learn what happens when an electrical transformer explosion, what causes electrical transformer explosions, and how to prevent them.