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Popping sounds from transformer on telephone pole

Heard on: New Bedford Fire
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Fire Alarm dispatching Engine 6 to (number withheld) south street for caller stating heard a popping sound coming from the transformer on the telephone pole.
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South St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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Fire & Arson reported near South St, New Bedford, MA 02740 on Feb 24, 2026, 7:08 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters were dispatched to South Street following a report of popping sounds coming from a telephone pole transformer. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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