Low communications line blocks emergency access


Dispatch audio reports a telecommunications line hanging low across the roadway that could block fire engines and ambulances. Fire units were sent to a traffic accident at Flint Ridge and North Academy, and crews say the communications company needs to repair the line so emergency vehicles can pass.
Audio|Source: Colorado Springs Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
Dismatch in, seven. Go ahead. With discussion with people that live in the area, it sounds like utilities evaluate this about a week ago, possibly, I'm advising it is the same telecommunications line. And however, the Tongic Communications needs to... work on the repair they need to make sure they get out or do it because we can't get an engine or an ambulance under it if we need to get through this area. Copy. Bravo 22, Engine 10, Flint Ridge and North Academy on a traffic accident. Engine 10 responding.
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Location mentioned:
Near N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
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