Transformer malfunction triggers fire alarm, Richmond CA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a commercial fire alarm near West Ohio Avenue at the Glass Onion Cafe in Richmond. Upon arrival, responders confirmed a power line was down and a transformer was malfunctioning with visible electrical activity. Utility company PG&E was notified and assistance was requested.
Audio|Heard on: Richmond, El Cerrito, and Kensington Police and Fire, Contra Costa County Fire and Sheriff West
Listen to dispatch call
02:26
Transcript:
00:00
Engine six seven and truck sixty-four, it's a commercial fire alarm.
00:05
Near West Ohio Avenue.
00:08
At Glass Onion Cafe.
00:20
Six seven out.
00:22
Engine six seven out.
00:29
Fire sixty-one.
00:32
Engine sixty-one.
00:43
All right, we're on scene investigating.
00:48
Engine sixty-one on scene investigating.
01:49
Confirmed power line down.
01:51
Notify PG&E electric and request ETA.
01:55
Ten four, call placed to them already. Will provide update when available.
02:14
Advise PG&E that one of the transformers is having small explosions.
02:24
Pretty large. Can you advise PG&E and TPA for me, please?
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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:
W Ohio Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
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