Utility pole fire follows vehicle crash in Fitchburg, Fitchburg MA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews in Fitchburg responded to a vehicle crash where a utility pole was knocked down and caught fire, igniting a nearby tree. Police and fire units worked to contain the scene and coordinate with the utility company.
Audio|Heard on: Fitchburg Police and Fire Dispatch
Listen to dispatch call
01:23
Transcript:
00:00
Three that's catching fire because of the pole.
00:15
Five to headquarters, can you notify Unitil that (number withheld) was hit?
00:24
They're gonna have to respond to this.
00:38
Fonds to Engine Five,
00:40
Be advised.
00:44
Police are reporting a downed utility pole.
00:48
The utility pole was on fire at the car accident.
01:01
Two five seven to (number withheld).
01:04
Gray fire is asking if the wires on the poles are on the vehicle or not.
01:14
Negative, they're all still fixed.
01:16
The pole is just resting up against a tree now because of the impact, causing this tree to catch on fire.
Disclaimer:
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:
Oak Hill Rd, Fitchburg, MA 01420
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