Smoke investigation near US 460 bypass, Blacksburg VA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated possible smoke or steam near the northbound South Main Street ramp to the eastbound US 460 bypass in Blacksburg. The source appeared to be a vent or drain on the shoulder producing steam or smoke-like vapor.
Audio|Heard on: Blacksburg, Town of Fire Ops
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Transcript:
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Blacksburg Fire, investigation of smoke.
00:03
They northbound South Main Street ramp to eastbound 460 bypass.
00:09
Northbound South Main Street ramp to the eastbound 460 bypass.
00:12
I'll bring BFD one time out at (number withheld).
00:18
Sir,
00:20
Engine 13 in area.
00:25
Thirteen.
00:29
We'll be around.
00:34
Ten four, you're right at (number withheld) going to northbound on South Main Street ramp to eastbound 460.
00:43
It's gonna be right before the ramp splits into eastbound and westbound.
00:48
It's gonna be a vent or a drain on the shoulder that's blowing out steam and smoke, making bubbling or boiling noises.
00:57
Blackbird 383 is en route with you as well.
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Location mentioned:
US 460 Byp, Blacksburg, VA
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