Transformer explosion causes power outage on Sterling Street, Chester County PA
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According to the dispatch call, a transformer exploded on Sterling Street in Chester County, causing a power outage. The utility company PECO has been notified.
Audio|Heard on: Chester PA Fire-Talk Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:28
Transcript:
00:00
She's referencing the house near Sterling Street.
00:03
Sounds like a transformer blew.
00:05
They don't have any power on that side of street, I don't see anything from my side.
00:09
I'll just put it in as a beacon notification.
00:12
You were cut out, Joe.
00:14
What were you saying when?
00:16
I'm out here with the reporting party.
00:18
She's referencing a house near Sterling Street.
00:21
I'm going to put the notification into that address for PECO.
00:25
Sounds like a transformer pops.
00:27
They don't have any power in that area.
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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:
Stirling St, Pennsylvania 19320
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