Power pole fire causes outage near West Gadgets Avenue, Spokane WA


A power pole caught fire near West Gadgets Avenue, causing a power outage in the nearby lot. Fire crews are waiting for utility staff to take control of the power. There is no immediate evidence of arson or criminal intent.
Audio|Source: Spokane County Sheriff and Fire, Spokane City Police / Fire - Digital
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Transcript:
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The power pole is indeed on fire, waiting for utility staff to arrive to accept the power.
00:06
The witness said he has been explaining facts, the complaint is being followed by a vehicle.
00:12
Black Acura, possibly driven by a male, 18 years old wearing a hoodie.
00:16
Also, saw the driver brandish a firearm.
00:18
Driver threatened to shoot the complainant.
00:20
Now seeing the vehicle driving back and forth southeast.
00:24
All right.
00:29
Quest 90, it's just what the arc on.
00:31
It's a black Hyundai Santa Fe, no plate.
00:35
(number withheld).
00:36
NEMR 122 can you continue to continue code copy code.
00:44
Okay, Ninja 3.
00:45
Yeah, could you ask if they have an ETA at this time?
00:49
We are clear that medical call, we'll be in service on scene on Hoffman.
00:55
That pole behind near West Gadgets Avenue is still on fire.
00:59
I copy.
01:00
Also, it looks like the whole lot has lost power.
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Location mentioned:
Spokane, WA
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