Brush fire near Lee Jackson Highway, Staunton VA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a brush fire occurred near the 2600 block of Lee Jackson Highway in Staunton, Virginia. Fire crews from multiple companies, including brush units, tankers, and forestry support, responded to the scene. The blaze appeared to have been caused by a downed power line. Units coordinated access via nearby roads and organized water supply operations to contain the fire.
Audio|Heard on: Augusta County and Staunton Fire and EMS
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06:9
Transcript:
00:00
Rescue 219 on location.
00:04
Location 1511.
00:11
Ten four. At this time, I have Attack 185, Brush 15, Brush 206, and Forestry 4 en route to you.
00:20
Company 18 has also been retoned for Tanker 181.
00:55
I need you to go there.
03:20
It appears that we have a downed power line that has caused this.
03:45
Ten four. Do you advise it was a Shenandoah Valley Electric?
03:50
Affirmative, and if they can expedite their response.
05:34
The tanker is at the top of the hill if you need to refill.
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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:
Lee Jackson Hwy, Staunton, VA 24401
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