Fire crew checks exposed cords near Broadway St, Birmingham AL
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a possible electrical safety concern near Broadway Street in Homewood. A caller, who was home alone, reported that construction workers had left electrical cords and equipment exposed. The fire crew was asked to check the cables to ensure they were not live after wind displaced protective coverings.
Audio|Heard on: Jefferson AL Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Homewood Engine Two, near Broadway Street, public assist.
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Homewood Engine Two, near Broadway Street, public assist.
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Cross streets Palm Meadow Street, College Avenue.
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Is it there responding?
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Engine Two responding.
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Homewood Engine Two, show you responding near Broadway Street.
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Pump assist caller is home alone advising construction workers have left behind various electrical cords and equipment, requesting fire department check the cables to ensure they're not live.
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Wind has blown the tarps off the equipment, leaving the wires exposed.
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Location mentioned:
Broadway St, Birmingham, AL 35209
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