Red light malfunction causes multiple drivers to run light and block traffic, Newport TN
TrafficA traffic light near Kenjo by the highway ramp in Newport was stuck on red for more than ten minutes. Several drivers, including an 18-wheeler truck, ran the light and caused traffic to block.
Audio|Source: Cocke County Sheriff, Fire, and EMS, Newport Police and Fire
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Transcript:
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Go ahead, Medic 2.
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Central know that the 435, the red light that's over here by Kenjo is not turning green for the ramp and people are just running this red light now.
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We've been sitting here for about 10 minutes.
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We all have to know.
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Central is aware NUB has been notified.
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Central, so you can still hear, she might want to send an officer out here because we got an 18 wheel that's pulling out in the middle traffic right now.
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Send for copy.
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Location mentioned:
Cosby Hwy, Newport, TN 37821
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