Utility pole down closes road near Route 66, Valatie NY
A utility pole was knocked down near Route 66, blocking the road and causing its closure. Authorities reported a damaged transformer that may be leaking fluid. No fire or injuries were reported. Agencies are coordinating to address the situation.
Audio|Source: Columbia County Fire
02:38
Transcript:
00:00
I'm on scene near Route 66.
00:05
We've got a pole across the road.
00:08
The road is closed.
00:10
It looks like the country in the drive right took the entire pole out.
00:20
The Ghent Fire District, you need the Fire Department discussion.
00:27
We're in Trivillage and no needs to dispass the Fire Department at this point.
00:35
Okay, can we just confirm the address?
00:40
Near Route 66.
00:44
We'll contact message.
00:55
Sorry, I'm going to be.
01:00
Go ahead.
01:02
This has been arrived and DOT TMC is going to rise in the reporter.
01:14
Received. Can you let us signal that there is a transformer that it has floated to lid.
01:23
It will be nice and precincts.
01:34
Let me tell me.
01:42
Let me and I'm one charge, let's call one response.
02:01
Call me on the title of car one.
02:03
Is there any fluid leaking from the transformer?
02:07
The hole is positive.
02:17
Three feet, nice thing's been updated. You have a message for Columbia 911.
02:24
No, I was going to tell you I can't get a poll number facing the ground,
02:29
but we're near state route 66.
02:37
Receive 1938.
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Location mentioned:
Near NY-66, Valatie, NY 12184
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