Transformer catches fire on utility pole near Johnsburg, Johnsburg IL
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a fire was reported on a utility pole near North Johnsburg Road involving a transformer that caught fire with visible flames on the pole.
Audio|Heard on: McHenry IL Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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00:43
Transcript:
00:00
Matanri, wires down, Durante and Ridgewheel Estate, near North Johnsburg Road, due, time 1744.
00:14
1242 for McClure.
00:17
Go ahead.
00:19
I call her advice that she did hear a loud vote from the transformer.
00:24
The top of the pole is on fire.
00:29
McHenry, 1232.
00:32
Go on.
00:35
Looks like the transformers did pop off the pole.
00:39
The pole is currently on fire.
00:41
Can you have comment or something?
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Location mentioned:
N Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051
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