Fire crews respond to blaze near Corning Park, Parkersburg WV
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible outdoor fire near Corning Park in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Callers reported heavy black smoke, possibly originating from a campfire near the railroad tracks by the factory area. Police and fire personnel coordinated their response from multiple access points, including near Agnes Street and Camden Street. The fire was described as large, with flames approximately 20 to 30 feet long. Strong winds were noted in the area, which may have influenced fire behavior.
Audio|Heard on: Parkersburg and Vienna Public Safety, West Virginia State Police
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04:29
Transcript:
00:00
Central Park Fire, respond to the area of Corning Park.
00:03
Unknown fire callers advising there is a fire with heavy black smoke near the railroad tracks at Corning Park.
00:10
near Agnes Street.
00:24
Strong winds are on their way.
01:01
Engine three responding to area near Agnes Street, Corning Park.
01:06
Report of a possible campfire out of control there near the street.
01:13
Black smoke in the area of the railroad tracks and nearby woods.
01:23
Hydrant located at Staunton and Kenner.
01:50
We're stating it's by Corning Park.
01:53
Officers on scene are stating to come by the factory.
03:36
Advise fire, it's a large fire, possibly 20 to 30 feet long.
03:49
Unit four is at a camp, unsure if rescue will be sent in before a pumper.
03:59
Ten four, unit checked near Camden Street but did not observe smoke from there.
04:27
Engine four returning.
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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:
Corning Park, 47 Worthington Creek Rd, Parkersburg, WV 26104
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