Road closed due to downed power line hazard, South Portland ME
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Road ClosureAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency personnel responded to a downed power line causing a hazard near Ridgeland Avenue. The road was closed while crews worked to secure the area.
Audio|Heard on: South Portland Police and Fire/EMS Dispatch
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
00:00
On the scene, we do have a pole leaning right over.
00:03
Got house service about head height.
00:07
We're going to shut down Ridgeland Avenue near Ridgeland.
00:11
You're good, advise the MP.
00:15
That's helpful.
00:16
Everyone out.
00:25
48 final, we've been cleared by Car 42 on scene.
00:29
We're in service.
00:31
Ten-four.
00:35
Engine 44, they're going to prioritize that.
00:39
Well, thank you.
00:41
We're going to come down clear.
00:43
We've been made aware that it was pretty much hanging down by the wires.
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Location mentioned:
Ridgeland Ave, South Portland, ME 04106
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