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Heard on: Evanston Fire · 6 days ago
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The detail for truck 23, near Central and Asbury, check on a possible transformer that's blown with some sparks.
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Detail for truck 23, near Central and Asbury, for a transformer that's blown with some active sparks, (number withheld).
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Possible transformer fire near Central and Asbury

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to the area of Central Street and Asbury Avenue in Evanston for a possible electrical transformer issue. Radio traffic indicated sparks were visible, suggesting a potential small-scale electrical fire. The situation’s extent and any related hazards were not confirmed at the time of reporting.

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Central St & Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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