Smoke seen from transformer at Monroe intersection, Monroe NC


Fire department was dispatched to investigate smoke coming from a transformer at the intersection of River Chase Drive and Dorn Ridge in Monroe. No flames or downed power lines were found, but smoke was visible.
Audio|Source: Union County and North Carolina State Fire
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Transcript:
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Engine 3, electrical hazard[1], intersection of river chase drive and on bridge drive, operate on gulf. Engine 3, electrical hazard, intersection of river chase drive and on bridge drive, operate on gulf.
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Engine 3, you're responding to an electrical hazard[1] in the area of River Taze Drive in Dorn Ridge, River Chase in Dorn Ridge. We're using buoyance. All we know for now is that the transformer is smoking, we're trying to get further. Engine 3, there's no arcing or spark scene, there's no power lines down. Smoke is a visible lot this time.
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electrical hazard: Potential fire or safety hazard involving electrical equipment
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Monroe, NC
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