Pucioasa, Dâmbovița: Transformer fire forces evacuation of dozens

On 25 June 2026 a fire broke out at an electric transformation point in the town of Pucioasa, Dâmbovița County. The blaze generated large plumes of smoke, prompting authorities to issue a national RO‑Alert warning for residents in the vicinity. Approximately 50 people were evacuated as a precaution.

Emergency services deployed five fire‑engine units, a logistical support vehicle and a SMURD ambulance. The incident was contained after crews located the fire and continued cooling operations. No casualties were reported. Officials emphasized the importance of rapid alerts and preventive evacuations, and indicated that the cause of the transformer fire would be investigated to improve safety of the power‑distribution network.

The event highlights the risks associated with electrical infrastructure and the response mechanisms of Romanian emergency agencies.