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Transformer explodes causing power outage near E 71st StChicago IL

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Near E 71st St, Chicago, IL 60619

A transformer exploded on a pole near E 71st St, causing a loud boom and a power outage in the area.

Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 07
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Transcript:
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It's coming over at the explosion, near E 71st St.
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Female caller heard a loud boom.
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And then the electricity went out.
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There's a red dot is blowing on a pole and the transformer has blown.
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They forwarded the caller to comment.
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So this may be an outage.

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Near E 71st St, Chicago, IL 60619
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