Crash brings down power lines on East Locust, Davenport IA
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a vehicle crash at East Locust Street and Christie Street where a power pole was struck, bringing down live lines and blocking traffic. Sparks were reported and individuals from the vehicle appeared to be arguing. Road closures were put in place while utility services were contacted.
Audio|Heard on: Davenport and Quad Cities Metro Police, Fire / EMS
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01:18
Transcript:
00:00
EMS accident fast track solo at East Locust Street and Christie Street.
00:10
QCOM, ambulance 13 is available.
00:13
Ambulance 13, come in.
00:19
104, I copy.
00:20
You're en route.
00:21
This is going to be for a 1050 unknown.
00:23
They hit a pole; lines are down.
00:25
One caller said there were sparks coming from the line.
00:29
Also, the people in the vehicle are yelling at each other.
00:34
104.
00:39
Engine four, the pole is broken and laying on one of the vehicles.
00:44
Engine 4, on scene we have traffic completely blocked westbound.
00:52
Stand by for further.
00:55
So far we've contacted MidAmerican Energy.
01:01
Dispatch from Engine Four.
01:06
We're in the unit east and west of Christie on Locust for traffic control.
01:15
Locust is completely shut down with power lines at this time.
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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:
Christie St & E Locust St, Davenport, IA 52803
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