Transformer fire near Rhode Island St, Lawrence KS
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a transformer fire near Rhode Island Street in Lawrence, Kansas. Engine 1 and Medic 1 arrived on scene, established Rhode Island Command, and requested assistance from the utility company Evergreen. The transformer fire and possible explosion were contained. No personal details were disclosed.
Audio|Heard on: Douglas County Law Dispatch
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01:27
Transcript:
00:00
Engine 1, fire incident for a transformer on fire.
00:05
near Rhode Island Street, near Rhode Island, 1602 hours.
00:13
For transformer explosion.
00:16
near Rhode Island Street, near Rhode Island, 1603 hours.
00:24
Rising the pole at 7th and Rhode Island.
00:32
On the search.
00:34
Medic 1.
00:36
Terminating.
00:38
Terminating.
00:43
Engine running out.
00:48
They're out.
00:49
Going to dispatch.
00:55
And transformer.
00:59
Fire requesting Evergreen.
01:01
We'll be Rhode Island command.
01:04
Engine 1 on scene requesting Evergreen.
01:11
Rhode Island command.
01:13
Evergreen has been notified.
01:23
Frank (number withheld).
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:
Rhode Island St, Lawrence, KS 66044
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