Branch fall causes power pole fire and downed wires, Chippewa Falls WI


A large branch fell onto power lines in a backyard near 166th St in Township Lafayette, causing the utility pole to catch fire, which is now extinguished, and pulling wires down onto the ground.
Audio|Source: Chippewa County Sheriff and Chippewa Falls Police
00:42
Transcript:
00:00
Fire District remain requested Township Lafayette near 166th St near 166th St
00:08
Callers advising a branch fell on the power lines in his backyard.
00:11
The pole was on fire but now appears to be out.
00:13
Caller did state though it did pull the wires from the house and they are down on the ground.
00:28
Fire Districts are being requested, Donchapalafia, near 166th St.
00:34
Callers advising a branch fell on the power lines in the backyard.
00:37
The pole was on fire, but appears to be out.
00:39
Caller did state, though it did pull the wires from the house and they are down.
Disclaimer:
This transcript was automatically generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify the information independently.
Location mentioned:
Near 166th St, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Correct
Incorrect