Truck fire sparks small brush blaze near W.T. Harris Blvd, Charlotte NC
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Fire & ArsonAccording to the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible vehicle fire involving a pickup truck on I-85 north near West W.T. Harris Boulevard. The truck’s bed, carrying construction materials, was reportedly burning and caused a small brush fire along the exit ramp. Tower 27 assumed command, and police support was requested as crews secured the ramp area.
Audio|Heard on: Mecklenburg NC Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Transcript:
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It's going to be I-85 north,
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near West W.T.
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Harris. A dark-colored pickup truck was pulling over on the shoulder with the bed on fire.
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It appeared to have construction supplies in the back.
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Tower 27 is on the scene.
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Tower 27 is on the scene.
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A small brush fire is visible on the side of the exit ramp.
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Tower 27, I have command.
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Temporary Tower 27 with command, small brush fire.
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Command,
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Are you going to need to leave someone on the phone with him now?
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In 22, you can clear.
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Cut.
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Alarm to command, are you going to need police?
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If they are coming, you can keep them coming.
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We've got the ramp lanes blocked off right now.
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Location mentioned:
W W.T.Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC
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