Power line down and possible transformer fire near Broadway, South Portland ME
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a downed power line and a possible transformer fire were reported near Broadway and Harriet streets. Flames were seen but have since gone out. Branches fell, and a wire is across a driveway in the area.
Audio|Heard on: Cumberland County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Ladder 2. Ladder 2 respond to the ramp for a power line down,
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called it by the Senator District they're reporting.
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They're trapped on either side of the line.
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Okay, Senator.
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303010
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176 area street possibly Broadway and Harriet by the church or a transformer that may have blown and also the
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Were some flames that apparently have gone out now.
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It's engine 48th the area of Broadway and Syria.
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The caller from 176 area street reporting branches fell down.
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There's a wire across the driveway.
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Transformer may have blown.
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There was a fire. It's now out.
Disclaimer:
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:
Broadway & Harriet St, South Portland, ME 04106
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