Maple Tree Falls On Power Line, Causing Fire On Portage Rd, Aroostook County ME


A two-inch maple tree fell on an active power line on West Portage Road, starting a fire and causing damage to the line. Authorities are coordinating to shut down the line for tree removal and repairs.
Audio|Source: Aroostook County, Fort Kent, Madawaska, Grand Isle - Public Safety
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Transcript:
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In regards that car to have in the West Portage Road, we have a two-inch maple that's on an active line, that's what started the fire.
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The whole number is going to be (number withheld).
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If you could call (name withheld) and provide them with my callback number,
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we'll need to have this line shut down so the tree can be removed and they have to fix the line.
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There's some damage as well.
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Portage Rd, Maine
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