Tree contacts power line causing fire near Howard Rd, Gladwin County MI
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to Howard Road in Gladwin County, where a possible fire was caused by a tree coming into contact with a power line. Flames and sparks were seen near the cemetery area. Units remained on scene to monitor the situation.
Audio|Heard on: Gladwin Rural Fire
Listen to dispatch call
01:55
Transcript:
00:00
Caller reported a tree in contact with a power line sparking and flames on Howard Road.
00:13
The team will be on Howard Road and east of State.
01:00
Gladwin County Central Dispatch, shoot down on fire.
01:02
Caller reporting tree in contact with a power line causing arcing and sparking flames beyond Howard Road into the east of Shadyside.
01:24
Gladwin County Central Dispatch, there is a fire call reporting a tree in contact with a power line causing sparks and flames.
01:31
Be on Howard Road to the east of Schaefer, such as Airport Tone at 20.
01:43
Go ahead, Central Dispatch.
01:45
Glide One Truck Six will be en route.
01:48
Truck six, show you in route.
01:50
It's going to be just west of the cemetery on Howard Road.
01:52
Caller advised they're going to remain on scene with their hazards activated.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Howard Rd, Grout Township, MI 48624
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