Streetlights out near Reading; transformer checked with no fire, Reading MA
Fire & ArsonSome streetlights are out near Reading, MA, likely due to a transformer issue on pole 36 with branches on it. No smoke, fire, arcing, or sparking were observed. The electric company was notified and has sent someone to check the area. The outage appears isolated and not urgent at this time.
Audio|Source: Reading Police & Fire Dispatch
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Transcript:
00:00
It does appear that some of the streetlights are out in this area. I don't know if you want to give RMLD a call.
00:05
I have them come check it out, but no smoke or fire coming from any of the transformers that I can see right now.
00:13
I think they have to you that way also.
00:20
It seems pretty isolated to just that certain area of 182.
00:26
Top of.
00:31
One in the air.
00:40
I did let RMLD know what was going on there. He had someone come out to the area, check it up.
00:55
Rain at 101.1-1-1.
01:01
One 11, ready?
01:04
Answering 111.
01:07
All right, I'm going to be clearing down here. Like I said, there are some streetlights out, no smoker or fire coming from any transformer that I can see. It appears to be pretty isolated. If you just want to let RMLD know, I need to check it out either now or in the morning. But like I said, it doesn't seem like a pressing issue at this time.
01:24
Recently, they did notify them. They were aware of the issue and are already en route.
01:32
Appreciate.
01:34
Ladder 1 ready,
01:37
fire. You want to let RMLD know, I believe it's the transformer on pole 36.
01:48
There is some tree branches on it, but there is no arcing or sparking.
01:58
Rayfire hazard, possibly coming from full 36 on LGV updated.
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Reading, MA
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