Oil leak from damaged transformer causes power outage, Louisville KY
Fire & ArsonA transformer on Somerset Pl was damaged and leaking oil across the road. The leaking oil caused blown fuses and a power outage on most of the block. A downed power line was also reported. Authorities declared a level 1 hazardous materials situation and requested fire and health teams to respond.
Audio|Source: Louisville MetroSafe Suburban Fire 5 - 8, Okolona Tac 80
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Transcript:
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We have a 12 snap in half. We have a...
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The transformer is leaking oil, liquid everywhere, and the fuse appear to be blown.
00:14
Power appears to be out on most of the roadway in the block.
00:25
The time, 71's okay.
00:32
Engine 32 on the seat.
00:35
Engine 32 on the scene, 1247.
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Attention engine 53 on a medical delta to 1708, Somerset Place, cross with Bunsen Parkway, and 1247.
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1552 to radio.
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Agent 32, go ahead.
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Well, we have the engine 53 in quarters and surely responding to Somerset Place.
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Engine 32, fire has been canceled, so engine 53 and engine 32 can go in service.
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Engine 53 is in service.
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1953 in service, 1248.
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The Giants 71, don't think.
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John 71 on scene, 1248.
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This is a 32 ready. This is going to be a 182 line down on the ground. It's across the roadway.
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252 radio. Do you help me or Tony?
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I'm sorry, you were canceled?
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Quirt 52 is okay on cancellation.
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Show me in service.
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I have 1250.
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Tyn 71 Radio,
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let me declare a level 1 hazmat for oil leaking from a transformer.
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I'll need MFD and health to respond.
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Radio's at Tadine 71, level 1 hazmat declared oil leak 1252.
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Location mentioned:
Somerset Pl, Louisville, KY 40220
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