Transformer blown behind Elks Lodge causes traffic outages, Hillsdale MI


A transformer blew out behind the Elks Lodge near North Street, causing power outages and traffic lights to stop working on Carlton. There is no fire or sparking now. City utility is aware and responding.
Audio|Source: Hillsdale County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Station 3, respond to transformer.
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Near North and Manning.
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Caller states it's just behind the Elks Lodge off of North Street, not arcing or sparking at this time, did witness it blow.
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Central is clear 956.
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Central 30, 3332 am here now.
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Clear engine 332 en route, 950.
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City units.
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Be advised, we have received multiple calls that the traffic lights have blown on Carlton.
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BPU is aware of the issue and they're working on it.
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Location mentioned:
North St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
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