Large tree causes electrical hazard near Benham St, Hamden CT
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a large tree appears to be resting on electrical wires near Benham Street, causing an electrical hazard with wiring and a transformer sparking. The utility company has been notified, and emergency responders are on scene to manage the situation.
Audio|Heard on: Hamden Fire
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
00:00
Attention 2.
00:01
You'll be responding with PD already on scene.
00:03
It's going to be the area of Benham and Gorham for the large tree resting on the wires.
00:08
The wires and transformer are starting to arc.
00:11
It's going to be messy.
00:12
UI has been advised; they are in route as well.
00:15
If you could just check the cat home.
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:
Benham St & Gorham Dr, Hamden, CT 06514
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