Tree strikes power line causing electrical hazard in Boulder, Boulder CO
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a tree struck a power line near 37th Street in Boulder, causing intermittent sparking. Crews asked the utility company to de-energize the line to address the hazard.
Audio|Heard on: Boulder CO Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Transcript:
The power line that's been struck by a tree with intermittent sparking. We have no sparking currently while we're on scene. We are going to need to prioritize Xcel coming to this location to de-energize and take care of the tree. Thank you.
The power line that's been struck by a tree with intermittent sparking. We have no sparking currently while we're on scene. We are going to need to prioritize Xcel coming to this location to de-energize and take care of the tree. Thank you.
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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:
37th St, Boulder, CO 80303
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