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Downed live electrical wire closes road in West Hempfield, Columbia PA

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audio iconFire & Arson
Prospect Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

As discussed during the dispatch call, a fire unit reported a live electrical wire down across the roadway near Prospect Road in West Hempfield, prompting the closure of the road for public safety.

Audio|Heard on: Lancaster PA Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Near Prospect Road.
00:02
Got a live wire across the road.
00:04
It's going to be in West Hempfield.
00:07
I'm going to have to get the roadway shutdown.

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Location mentioned:
Prospect Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

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