Fire crews extinguish blaze on El Rey Blvd, Austin TX
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews from multiple Austin Fire Department units responded to a fire near El Rey Blvd in Austin, coordinating water supply and overhaul operations. Communications included directing engine companies to hydrants and managing scene command. The fire was reported to be nearly extinguished, with crews performing follow-up efforts to ensure full control.
Audio|Heard on: Travis TX Fire-Tac Group Calls
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03:37
Transcript:
00:00
Incoming is also it looks like there's a hydrant near El Rey Drive.
00:05
Near El Rey Drive.
00:08
Engine 1108,
00:11
You might think about hooking up to that squad.
00:15
We don't need any tools back here.
00:17
That would give you another 400 gallons.
00:20
Command,
00:21
If you could show the fire.
00:23
Yeah, we're going to keep it going for just a sec.
00:25
We're almost knocked out.
00:28
Dispatch Battalion 1101 will be on scene assuming command.
00:35
Received Battalion 1101 on scene assuming command, no further size up.
00:39
Command from Engine 1106, do you want us to grab that hydrant near El Rey?
01:23
Engine 1106, just come up to Engine 1108 and give your tank water.
02:19
Command from Life Force 1104.
02:27
Engine 8, do you see any need for Life Force 1104?
02:40
Life Force 1103, if you'll continue coming,
02:44
Stay back from the scene, bring your crew up here for overhaul.
02:54
You also have Med 1104 on scene.
03:02
Med 1104 received.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
El Rey Blvd, Austin, TX 78737
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