Transformer fire causes heavy smoke near Merrillville Rd, Merrillville IN
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Fire & ArsonAccording to the dispatch call, fire department responded to a transformer producing heavy smoke near Merrillville Road. No flames or electrical arcing were observed.
Audio|Heard on: Porter IN Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Central, short 2901 responding near Merrillville Road.
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2901 who are brought at 1938 Party 1 near Merrillville for a transformer, heavy smoke, no arcing or flames seen.
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2901 is clear.
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Central from 2901.
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If you haven't already,
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contact NIPSCO, have them start that way.
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We'll advise when we get on scene.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Merrillville Rd, Merrillville, IN 46410
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