Bus experiences mechanical issue near Odana Rd, Madison WI
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a bus on the J route experienced a mechanical issue near Odana Road when the engine warning light came on and unusual sounds were reported. The driver shut down the bus as a precaution and pulled safely to the roadside with hazard lights activated while waiting for assistance. No injuries or collisions were reported.
Audio|Heard on: Dane WI Transportation Group Calls
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01:12
Transcript:
00:00
I had 100 and fifty-seven near Odana Road respond.
00:04
I was doing the J route, so I shut this bus off because suddenly in the back engine compartment it sounded like a beating drum, and it said stop engine, and it just wouldn't go.
00:16
I couldn't get the gas to go.
00:19
I just shut it off because it did not sound good.
00:24
Copy that. At 157, can you repeat your location one more time and direction of travel please?
00:32
So I'm near Odana Road and I was going westbound towards the mall on the J route.
00:41
I was almost at the mall.
00:43
So I'm actually closer to the Hy-Vee, more so than the mall on Odana.
00:50
Copy that. And you do have the coach.
00:53
Off to the side of the road, able to get it secure with their four ways on.
00:57
I do. It's entirely off, the four ways are on.
01:00
I mean, Odana Road is not the best place to be, but you know, it is what it is, right?
01:06
Copy that. You can hold right there.
01:10
I will be sending help your way.
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Location mentioned:
Odana Rd, Madison, WI 53719
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