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Power transformer explodes and catches fire near nursing home

Fire & Arson

Reported: 07/26/2025 06:53 AM (PDT)

Near 9th St, Lacon, IL 61540

Audio|Source: Lacon Sparland & Henry Fire Protection Districts

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Transcript:
(Name withheld)'s fellow and fire department, you don't need it at (Name withheld) Rehab, nursing, 401, 9th Street. Callers stated that a transformer blew up and is actively smoking and fell in flame. She stated it was by the three garages in the back, in the back driveway.

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Near 9th St, Lacon, IL 61540

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Power transformer explodes and catches fire near nursing home

Transcript:(Name withheld)'s fellow and fire department, you don't need it at (Name withheld) Rehab, nursing, 401, 9th Street. Callers stated that a transformer blew up and is actively smoking and fell in flame. She stated it was by the three garages in the back, in the back driveway.

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Transcript:
(Name withheld)'s fellow and fire department, you don't need it at (Name withheld) Rehab, nursing, 401, 9th Street. Callers stated that a transformer blew up and is actively smoking and fell in flame. She stated it was by the three garages in the back, in the back driveway.