Gas line leak near Jones Street prompts shelter order, New Bern NC
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to an active natural gas leak near the 200 block of Jones Street in New Bern. Residents in the area were instructed to shelter in place while the utility company responded. The location was secured by fire personnel at both ends of the block while awaiting Piedmont’s arrival.
Audio|Heard on: Craven NC Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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01:19
Transcript:
00:00
We do have an active leak.
00:02
Those that can't evacuate, we will.
00:04
The majority will be sheltering in place.
00:06
Some documented addresses as we got.
00:10
Copy command.
00:11
Goshen Manor address is approximately near Goshen Manor.
00:15
New Bern, has Piedmont been contacted?
00:18
We're going to need them.
00:21
Copy.
00:23
New Bern advised I'm unable to determine size of the line.
00:27
It's approximately two and a half feet in the ground.
00:31
Copy.
00:32
We're on the phone with them now.
00:38
From Jones Command, we assigned the lift assist to Ladder Two.
00:42
Show them available from Jones Street.
00:48
Switching to Attack Two.
00:51
Copy, they're checking around on Attack Two now.
00:57
Copy. New,
01:00
we're also for your records.
01:01
We have the area near Jones Street secured at both ends with fire trucks.
01:07
You were in command on dispatch.
01:10
Go ahead. Go there.
01:13
Piedmont's been dispatched.
01:15
Unsure ETA.
01:18
Copy. When you have an update, let me know.
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:
Jones St, New Bern, NC 28562
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