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Units check possible electrical hazard near Highland Ave, Cumberland RI

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audio iconFire & Arson
W Highland Ave, Cumberland, RI 02864

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units investigated a possible electrical issue near West Highland Avenue in Cumberland. Multiple reports of sparking led Rhode Island Energy and local crews to check the area. No hazard was ultimately found.

Audio|Heard on: Cumberland Fire - Primary
Listen to dispatch call
01:37
Transcript:
00:00
Engine One, Ladder One, be advised they just sent two cruisers your way to help you guys out.
00:09
Engine One.
00:14
Ladder One received.
00:23
Fire alarm to Engine One.
00:27
Engine One.
00:30
Engine One and Ladder One, be advised.
00:32
I know you both stated you checked Highland Ave and are on hold with Rhode Island Energy.
00:38
They stated that they have gotten a few calls from West Highland Avenue about sparking.
00:46
You know, you guys check the area, but I'm in trouble.
00:49
I'm going to call the other person back once I'm off the line with him.
00:54
Engine One received.
01:03
Ladder One received.
01:12
Engine One, Ladder One from Rhode Island Energy.
01:14
They stated that they have personnel looking in the area as well.
01:22
Engine One received.
01:28
Ladder One received.
01:32
Nothing found on West Highland Avenue.
01:36
Received.

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W Highland Ave, Cumberland, RI 02864

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