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Vehicle smoking on I-295 near exit 18AProvidence County RI

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I-295, Rhode Island

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units received a call about a vehicle emitting smoke on I-295 South near exit 18A. A woman was reportedly waving down cars for assistance. The situation appears to involve a possible vehicle malfunction or fire on the roadside.

Audio|Heard on: Northwest Rhode Island Police and Fire
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Can you check I-295 South near exit 18A?
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Looking for a gray sedan reported by a passerby.
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Caller said a woman is waving down cars with her vehicle on the roadside smoking.

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I-295, Rhode Island

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