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Utility crew checks possible transformer issue on Prairie AveChicago IL

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audio iconFire & Arson
S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency personnel were notified of a possible transformer sparking near Prairie Ave in Chicago. Utility company ComEd was contacted, but upon recheck, no sparks were observed.

Audio|Heard on: Cook IL Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
Office, can you notify ComEd? The neighbor said the transformer behind near Prairie Ave is sparking.
00:07
It's not sparking anymore.

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S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

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