Tractor-trailer reportedly struck power lines near George Washington Hwy, Smithfield RI
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a tractor-trailer possibly struck power lines near George Washington Highway and Rocky Hill Road. The caller disconnected before providing full details. Emergency responders are headed to the location.
Audio|Heard on: Providence RI Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:49
Transcript:
00:00
Rescue chairman, whatever you're diver in the area George Washington Highway and Rocky Hill Road.
00:05
It would be for a tractor-trailer truck who possibly hit the power lines.
00:10
The caller head disconnect with 911.
00:12
Or do we start in Lincoln to head with that as well?
00:16
Receive done away.
00:19
Prevention 1, it's prevention 2.
00:22
Lieutenant,
00:24
you go with the special hazard motor that tractor trailer truck?
00:29
Okay.
00:32
Fire Alarm to Prevention 2, what's the location on George Washington Highway?
00:37
It's going to be the area of Rocky Hill Road, George Washington Highway.
00:41
Prevention 1 are responding.
00:44
See prevention one, I'll put you and rescue two on the call and I'm on Phillips, Lincoln at this time.
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:
George Washington Hwy & Rocky Hill Rd, Smithfield, RI 02917
This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.
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