Trash truck stuck near Lincoln and Hutchinson streets, South Portland ME
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a trash truck became disabled on Lincoln Street near Hutchinson Street in South Portland. The vehicle may have been stuck on a hill and required assistance from public works to clear or move it. There were no reports of injuries or obstructions at the intersection.
Audio|Heard on: South Portland Police and Fire/EMS Dispatch
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Transcript:
00:00
Lincoln Street at Hutchinson Street for a broken down vehicle.
00:04
It looks like a trash truck is stuck halfway down the hill towards Lincoln Street and needs assistance.
00:09
Lincoln and Hutchinson.
00:15
102 so far.
00:23
Yeah,
00:28
It's on a light.
00:29
We traveled via side street and we're not going to be able to push it, so call public works.
00:35
They'll probably be able to plow and sand a bit to get it moving.
00:41
Right now?
00:45
106 copy.
00:49
Copy. Do you want me to head that way or go tonight?
00:54
Yeah, drive by and take a look.
00:55
As long as it's not obstructing the intersection, public works is the only way it's going to get out of there.
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Location mentioned:
Lincoln St & Hutchinson St, South Portland, ME 04106
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