Possible transformer explosion causes power outage near Townline Road, Windsor Locks CT
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Fire & ArsonAccording to the dispatch call, emergency responders reacted to a possible transformer explosion near Townline Road that caused a loud noise and widespread power outages affecting street lights and traffic signals at major intersections. No fire or immediate danger was found, and the utility company was contacted to investigate further.
Audio|Heard on: Windsor Locks Police, Fire and EMS
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06:35
Transcript:
00:00
Calling calls reporting a possible transformer down.
00:04
He had heard a loud explosion in the area near Townline Road.
00:09
That'll be near Townline Road for a possible transformer explosion.
00:18
Woodlawn Base 11 is responding.
00:22
10-4[1], 11.
00:29
Can you rock for medic on scene?
00:34
I can see.
00:42
Good.
00:50
I mean, can you respond up to McDonald's?
00:53
McDonald's between there and 360 for a male and a female yelling at each other.
00:59
She's wearing a flannel coat.
01:01
He's wearing a white shirt with spots and he cut her butt.
01:09
Roger.
01:17
Six three, could you back him at McDonald's?
01:21
We got a transformer blew and numerous power outages.
01:29
Stand by.
01:40
I'll be responding.
01:51
Roger, Engine Three.
01:59
We're following on you.
02:00
It's supposed to be inside of.
02:06
It's supposed to be outside.
02:09
He responding.
02:18
Roger 17.
02:21
Woodlawn space 11's out in the area.
02:25
We'll be checking.
02:26
11 will be command.
02:30
10-4[1], 11.
02:37
935 got nothing on the outside.
02:40
Second side real quick.
02:48
On Town Line Drive, want to start Eversource?
02:53
Yeah.
02:55
Roger. We got numerous street lights down also at major intersections.
03:03
Okay.
03:05
The occupants in the area reporting a loud bang and then losing power.
03:11
I haven't found the exact transformer yet.
03:18
Roger, we'll get on the horn with Eversource.
03:21
Thank you.
03:23
Windsor Locks base from Engine Three.
03:29
Go ahead, Engine Three.
03:32
I'm sure you're getting the calls, but um,
03:36
believe it's going to be a main transmission line from the substation.
03:39
All the traffic lights are out at Main Street.
03:48
Roger, we're aware.
03:49
Numerous traffic all the way up Spring.
03:58
43, I'm in the area or I'm at Duncan now.
04:00
There's nobody here.
04:11
Roger three five.
04:18
Just keep an eye out on where you come up Main Street.
04:23
Yeah, 10-4[1], we're looking.
04:25
We're right at Smith Street right now.
04:33
H Medic One is there and refusing.
04:39
Roger, Medic One refusal, thank you.
04:49
Vehicles been escorted off property.
04:52
Maintenance is finishing up the evacuating of all the fluids with a clear command center.
05:01
Engine three's on scene, Talamine Road.
05:16
Roger, Engine Three.
05:23
Car Ten to base.
05:24
Be advised, Spring and West, that traffic light is working now.
05:32
Ten Four.
05:40
Engine, just continue up there a little ways.
05:43
Maybe up to the prison and see if you see anything obvious.
05:50
Uh,
05:51
G O A.
05:55
Hooded.
06:06
Three five.
06:20
Basic command, it's a priority two response from EverSource Electric.
06:28
Okay, thanks.
06:29
They're going to have to do some investigating.
06:31
We haven't found anything obvious other than the power being all out.
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Location mentioned:
Townline Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
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