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Vehicle hits utility pole near Walnut StreetCape Elizabeth ME

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Wells Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

As discussed during the dispatch call, a vehicle struck a utility pole near Walnut Street in Cape Elizabeth. The pole was cracked but still standing, causing a partial lane blockage. The power company was notified and a wrecker was requested.

Audio|Heard on: York and Cumberland County Public Safety
Listen to dispatch call
01:12
Transcript:
00:00
On the end of Walnut Street, which is near my house, the line is down.
00:08
I can get underneath it.
00:11
We are trying to get underneath it where he can fall in a high procession.
00:20
Cap, we're going to be tied up for a bit.
00:21
We have a car.
00:30
Near Wells Road.
00:46
Pole down. Is it blocking the road or anything like that?
00:51
Negative, pole is up.
00:52
I was told it is cracked.
00:54
CMP was notified.
00:55
The vehicle went into it sideways, so we have half a lane down.
01:02
Yes, I'll let the operator know while it's open here.
01:08
I appreciate it, thank you.
01:10
Unknown when the wrecker is going to get here.

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Wells Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

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