Firefighters respond to house fire caused by electrical issue, Lubbock TX


Firefighters were called to a house fire caused by an electrical problem. Residents evacuated the home. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a small fire at a light switch in a single-story house, but there were no visible flames.
Audio|Source: Lubbock County Public Safety
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Transcript:
Engine 8, engine 17[1], engine 6, engine 14, truck 17, battalion line, battalion 3. You're responding to a house fire at a property on 57th Street. Residents are evacuating. Engine 212 reports a small, single-story house with no visible flames at this time. A smoldering fire was later found at a light switch. Command will keep monitoring the situation and ensure safety. Firefighters are clear on details and preparing reports.
Engine 8, engine 17[1], engine 6, engine 14, truck 17, battalion line, battalion 3. You're responding to a house fire at a property on 57th Street. Residents are evacuating. Engine 212 reports a small, single-story house with no visible flames at this time. A smoldering fire was later found at a light switch. Command will keep monitoring the situation and ensure safety. Firefighters are clear on details and preparing reports.
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Location mentioned:
Near 57th St, Lubbock, TX 79413
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