Blown tire causes fire on aircraft at Portland airport, Portland OR


A Boeing 737 at Portland International Airport had a tire blow during takeoff. Shrapnel struck the wing causing a fire. The aircraft is on the ground and emergency units are responding.
Audio|Source: Portland State University Police and Portland Police Service Desk
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Transcript:
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In an emergency, our units respond to an alert 3 at 10 rite.
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We have a 737 with 150 soles on board, 500 pounds as a pole, blowing tire upon takeoff.
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The shrapnel has struck winged and there is an active fire.
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Aircraft is on the ground at the approach end of 10 right.
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Location mentioned:
Portland International Airport (PDX), 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218
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