Gas Leak Situation Shows Improvement in Konaseema
The ongoing emergency at an Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) site in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district has entered a critical phase. On the third day of the incident, the intensity of the gas leak has shown a significant drop, marking a potential turning point in the challenging containment operation.
Focused Efforts to Control the Blowout
According to an official update from ONGC, specialized teams have been engaged in continuous, focused blowout control operations at the site. The incident is centered around the Mori #5 well, which is operated by contractor M/s Deep Industries under the Petroleum Engineering Company (PEC). The operations, which have been ongoing since the leak was reported, are aimed at securing the wellhead and stopping the uncontrolled release of gas.
The reduction in leak intensity reported on 07 January 2026 is a positive development, suggesting that the technical interventions by ONGC and its contractor are beginning to yield results. However, authorities remain on high alert, and full control of the situation has not yet been declared.
Location and Ongoing Response
The site of the incident is in the ecologically sensitive and agriculturally important Konaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. The local response has involved:
- Deployment of ONGC's expert well control teams.
- Coordination with the contractor, Deep Industries, for on-ground execution.
- Continuous monitoring of gas levels and environmental parameters in the area.
While the immediate focus is on bringing the well under complete control, assessments regarding the cause of the blowout and any potential environmental impact are likely to follow. The news of the reducing leak intensity will bring some relief to local communities and authorities who have been monitoring the situation closely since it began.
The coming hours will be crucial for the teams on site as they work to stabilize the well completely and prevent any further escalation of the incident.
