Firefighters inspected more than 20 homes in Waterloo after a reported electrical voltage surge linked to a faulty transformer caused concerns Tuesday morning.
The Waterloo Fire Department said crews were dispatched at about 10 a.m. and received assistance from several neighboring departments and emergency agencies.
Fire officials said a major increase in voltage from the electrical grid prompted responders to check the affected homes for possible hazards.
One resident was transported by North Seneca Ambulance for a minor medical issue, according to Fire Chief Clark. No other injuries were reported.
Waterloo responded with two engines, three chiefs, firefighters and fire police.
The Seneca Falls Fire Department provided an engine and a quint, while Geneva sent its rapid intervention team and heavy rescue unit. Junius initially responded with an engine but was later canceled.
Fayette provided an engine to stand by at the Waterloo and Seneca Falls fire stations during the incident.
The Seneca County Fire Coordinator’s Office, North Seneca Ambulance and Waterloo Police Department also assisted.
The Waterloo Fire Department attributed the voltage surge to a faulty transformer. NYSEG had not issued a public statement about the incident as of publication.
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