Transformer explosion causes power outage, Camden TN
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched after reports of a transformer explosion near Reynoldsburg Road in Camden, Tennessee. The incident caused a power outage in the area, though no fire was observed. The electric company and highway department were notified, and crews were sent to address downed power lines and debris blocking the road.
Audio|Heard on: Benton County Sheriff and Camden Police
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01:42
Transcript:
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County to county units, we also received a 911 call for a transformer blown near Reynoldsburg Road.
00:07
Caller has seen the transformer spark and blow.
00:11
She says she doesn't see anything on fire.
00:13
The neighborhood is just without power.
00:15
The electric company has been notified.
00:25
124 County, you show us en route[2].
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Near Reynoldsburg Road.
00:31
10-4[1], 124, showing yourself en route[2] to Reynoldsburg Road.
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112 County, we got an intersection of Brockport and Timothy.
00:47
We're going to go to the other end of Timothy now.
00:52
104, 112.
00:57
One twelve county, we got another power line down near Blackberry.
01:04
10-4[1], 112.
01:13
County 108, the electric company has been updated on all the power lines down.
01:26
Ten four, we got the tree on this side of Timothy.
01:29
Power lines are going to be down.
01:38
Ten four, 108.
01:39
We've also notified the highway department.
01:41
Somebody will be en route[2].
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
10-4: Acknowledgment/OK
[2]
en route: Unit is traveling to the scene
Disclaimer:
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:
Reynoldsburg Rd, Camden, TN 38320
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