Firefighters battle large barn fire in Winchendon, Winchendon MA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fully involved barn fire near Old Center in Winchendon, Massachusetts. Flames were visible from the structure, prompting mutual aid and water support. A second alarm was struck, and additional water units were requested. Authorities reported that no people were believed to be inside, only an animal.
Audio|Heard on: Winchendon Fire
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04:54
Transcript:
00:00
Richmond dispatch to Richmond fire, please respond for the barn behind near Old Center for the active structure fire.
00:06
Again, the barn behind near Old Center for the active structure fire with flames coming from the building.
00:25
Responding to (number withheld).
00:57
Also notify the water department.
03:32
We're on scene to strike a second alarm.
03:34
Get us as many water units as possible and we'll need to set up a water supply.
03:55
Attention Winchendon Fire, this is a second alarm structure fire near the field center.
04:29
Dispatchers noted that they do not believe anyone was inside except the animal.
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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:
Old Center, Winchendon, MA 01475
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