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Vehicle issue mistaken for car fire near T-MobileLincoln RI

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audio iconFire & Arson
George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI 02865

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a possible car fire near the T-Mobile store on George Washington Highway in Lincoln. The issue was determined to be due to a lost oil line, not an actual fire. No tow was needed, and the driver arranged for roadside assistance instead.

Audio|Heard on: Providence RI Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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00:27
Transcript:
00:00
Be advised, we're going to be out with a possible car fire in front of T-Mobile on George Washington.
00:06
All right, received.
00:08
I guess you're repeating.
00:10
You need additional companies?
00:14
That's a negative.
00:16
He lost an oil line, so we'll be clearing up shortly.
00:21
Cap, four. Is he going to need a tow? I've got police en route.
00:26
Negative. He's going to get AAA here.

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George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI 02865

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