Transformer smoking causes power outage in Peters Township, Washington County PA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services reported a smoking electrical transformer near Ammons Drive and Joyce Drive in Peters Township, resulting in power loss in the area. It was unclear if any power lines were down.
Audio|Heard on: Washington County Police and Fire
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Transcript:
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Ammons Drive and Joyce Drive.
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Report of a transformer smoking in parking.
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(number withheld).
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Team has (number withheld).
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In the area of Ammons Drive and Joyce Drive in Peters Township, caller stating there's lots of spark and smoke from a transformer at this location.
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No power in the area.
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Unsure if any lines are down.
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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:
Ammons Dr & Joyce Dr, Peters Township, PA 15317
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