Telecom lines down near Benton Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA
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Road ClosureAs discussed during the dispatch call, downed telecommunication wires were reported near Benton Avenue in Pittsburgh. Verizon was already on scene nearby, and a Comcast line was also affected. Crews worked to secure the wires and restore service.
Audio|Heard on: Pittsburgh Fire / EMS Fire Dispatch Ch 1
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Transcript:
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Dispatch 35 engine.
00:03
35 engine.
00:05
This is going to be down telecom wires.
00:08
Verizon is on scene at a different address, a few houses down.
00:14
There's an additional line.
00:15
It's going to be Comcast.
00:17
If you could notify them, we'll get the wire off the road,
00:21
and we'll be returning the service.
00:26
Copy.
00:27
Dispatch from 35 engine.
00:32
35 engine.
00:35
We wrap that line to the pole in front of near Benton Ave.
00:40
No other hazards.
00:41
You can show us back.
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Location mentioned:
Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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