Transformer fire causes power outage in Montgomery County, Montgomery County MD
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a transformer-related fire that caused downed power lines near South Glen Road in Montgomery County, Maryland. The fire affected a utility pole, prompting units to check nearby alarms and coordinate with paramedics. No immediate police assistance was required.
Audio|Heard on: Montgomery MD Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:17
Transcript:
00:00
Yes sir, be advised we're getting a couple fire alarms related to possibly the transformer being out.
00:06
We have one near South Glen Road.
00:10
Is it possible for you to swing by there once you're done with the transformer?
00:15
Copy that. Can use that as in the notes for this call and I'll swing by there.
00:20
Okay, we'll put in notes on the call.
00:22
Again, it's near South Glen Road.
00:26
And Montgomery Paramedic Engine 733, you can disregard the home fire alarm.
00:32
Cancellation from alarm.
00:35
I copy that.
00:36
I'm going to have a phone number for you just a second, get ready for it.
00:39
Okay, we're ready whenever you're ready.
00:41
All right, the phone number is going to be (number withheld).
00:48
This is going to be an adjacent pole to the one that does have a fuse that's on fire.
00:54
Okay, paramedic unit 733, any need for police? Will you remain on scene?
01:00
I don't think we're going to need police right now.
01:02
The wires are down, but it is actually on fire.
01:04
We're going to have to wait for that to arrive.
01:09
We'll go ahead and notify.
01:12
We're going to update them on the scenario going on.
01:16
I do believe they're en route.
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Location mentioned:
S Glen Rd, Maryland 20854
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