Low power lines arc causing fire hazard in Hutchins, Hutchins TX
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, low-hanging power and communication lines near Trout Drive and Dowdy Ferry Road in Hutchins caused electrical arcing, creating a fire hazard. Authorities contacted utility companies and planned to close Dowdy Ferry Road to address the issue safely.
Audio|Heard on: Dallas TX Fire Dispatch Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:45
Transcript:
00:00
Just that's a lot of 3.42.
00:02
Go ahead.
00:04
Just advising.
00:05
I've contacted Oncor.
00:07
They're going to send someone out.
00:08
According to the caller, there are two power lines near the construction company.
00:15
They're hanging very low.
00:17
Every time an 18-wheeler passes by, they're arcing.
00:20
Caller was concerned because the arcing could start a fire with the trees.
00:25
We're racing.
00:29
His best letter 340 is on scene.
00:32
It's going to be out.
00:34
Receive, so, thanks.
00:36
It's best letter 342.
00:38
Go ahead.
00:40
This is going to be some lines that are coming across Dowdy Ferry.
00:45
We're going to have to shut down Dowdy Ferry.
00:48
Received.
00:51
PD is on a...
00:54
Another call right now. As soon as they clear up, I'll send them to your location.
00:58
Thank you.
01:09
Dispatch from Lider 242? Line 3.42, go ahead.
01:15
Can you also contact AC&T? This is going to be communication lines, not power lines,
01:22
but they have been hit, and they're hanging really low into the road.
01:26
Really?
01:28
Dispatch from Lider 342.
01:30
Go ahead.
01:32
Do you have a PD unit available that can shut down Dowdy Ferry at Trout and reroute all the traffic?
01:39
Currently, I don't, but as soon as I have one available, I will send them that way.
01:44
FreeC.
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:
Trout Dr & Dowdy Ferry Rd, Hutchins, TX 75141
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