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Heard on: Newport News Fire · 1 day ago
01:27
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Respond to electrical problem at (number withheld) Hawthorne Drive.
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Cross streets are Eastwood Drive and Whitten Road.
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Crews handle electrical issue near Hawthorne Dr

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible electrical issue involving blown transformers and a tree on power lines near Hawthorne Drive in Newport News. Virginia Power was notified, and no flames or sparks were observed. The area was secured and additional assistance was requested for cleanup.

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Hawthorne Dr, Newport News, VA 23602
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