Semi-Truck Knocks Down Power Lines and Sparks Field Fire, Poteau OK


A semi-truck drove down College Avenue, tore down electrical lines, and left the scene. A field near Paul Mathis Drive caught fire as a result.
Audio|Source: Sebastian County Public Safety, Van Buren, Poteau and Sallisaw Police
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Transcript:
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I got an RP[1] on the line advised that there's a semi that came down College and tore some electrical lines down and they're leaving the scene.
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They're turning on from College Avenue to Paul Mathis at this time.
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A 770510 lane.
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It's going behind near Paul Mathis in this field.
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It can be a hey-dala that's on fire.
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It's also called the field on fire.
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It's also called the field on fire.
Police codes explained
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RP: Reporting Party
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Location mentioned:
College Ave & Paul Mathis Dr, Poteau, OK 74953
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