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Sparking utility pole near Jewel buildingChicago IL

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audio iconFire & Arson
E 106th St, Chicago, IL 60617

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a sparking utility pole near the Jewel building on E 106th St in Chicago. The pole was not on fire but emitting sparks that affected the nearby structure. Power company and police were notified, and no active fire or downed lines were found. Units returned to quarters after assessing the scene.

Audio|Heard on: Chicago Fire - Digital
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01:25
Transcript:
00:00
One hundred and twelve on the scene for the pole on fire.
00:04
One hundred and twelve, okay.
00:07
What's twelve to me?
00:10
One twelve.
00:13
We have the pole not on fire, but it's sparking and affecting the Jewel building.
00:20
Did you have comments come in for this?
00:27
Our info message just received that near N. Burling, that's a good address for where they can find it.
00:34
Yes, this is the pole right next to Jewel in the rear.
00:41
Message received, we'll request comments.
00:44
Thank you. There are no lines down, it's just sparking.
00:52
Message received.
00:57
Sixty-eight sixty.
00:58
I haven't forgotten about you.
01:00
CPD still does not have a B car available, and ComEd did not have an ETA at this time.
01:11
Okay, officer, if it's just lines sparking, we'll go ahead and return to quarters.
01:17
Okay?
01:20
One hundred and twelve to the message returning.

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E 106th St, Chicago, IL 60617

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