Transformer fire disrupts traffic lights in Bethel Park, Bethel Park PA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a transformer fire near Baptist Road and Horning Road in Bethel Park. The fire caused flames and disabled traffic lights at the intersection. The fire department was on scene and police were requested for assistance. Additionally, a separate report noted a verbal dispute between two residents at an apartment near Abbeyville Road.
Audio|Heard on: Bethel Park Police Dispatch
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01:44
Transcript:
00:00
I'll put (name withheld) in the cars and the fire department's responding to Baptist for a while.
00:04
Wire that makes contact is sparking.
00:13
It's near Abbeyville Road.
00:17
35.
00:21
43.
00:24
Near Abbeyville Road, apartment number two.
00:27
One of the neighbors called in reporting that two people in that apartment are arguing.
00:32
They believe it to only be verbal and note it is an ongoing issue. They are in the process of being evicted.
00:37
No further information.
00:40
Thirty-five got to the mall.
00:45
Forty-three Bethel Church.
00:54
Base 106.
01:03
Advising you that fire call at Baptist and Horning.
01:06
They're now reporting that the transformer is blowing up and there are flames, and that the traffic lights are out at the intersection.
01:26
Requested police.
01:36
Negative, just giving you an update on the status of the initial call.
01:40
They would spark and now it's blowing up and has flames.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Baptist Rd & Horning Rd, Bethel Park, PA 15236
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