Transformer explosion causes power outage near highway 49, Jasper County IN
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According to the dispatch call, a transformer exploded near highway 49 and 1100 causing a power outage and affecting traffic signals in the area.
Audio|Heard on: Porter County Public Safety
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Transcript:
00:00
I'm over at Family Express.
00:03
Something just exploded in the area.
00:05
I believe a transformer blew looks like all the lights are out at 49 and near 1100.
00:13
Or sorry, check the 1100.
00:19
Transformer blew in that area earlier this morning.
00:23
I believe the signals were still out from that one.
00:28
Just a minute ago, I went through here and one near the gas station sitting there, they blew again.
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Location mentioned:
IN-49 & County Rd 1100 N, Kankakee Township, IN 46392
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