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Electrical cord fire causes outlet to overheat in Middle Paxton, Dauphin County PA

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Chase Ln, Middle Paxton Township, PA 17018

An electrical fire occurred inside a residence near D&L Lane in Middle Paxton Township. An extension cord caught fire and was extinguished, but the electrical outlet remained hot and there was an odor of electrical burning. Fire crews are investigating the situation.

Audio|Source: Dauphin County - Fire (Dispatch, Firegrounds, and Fire Police)
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Transcript:
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Engine 361, near D&L Lane, caller reports extension cord caught fire but is out.
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However, the outlet was still hot to touch.
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They have an odor of electrical inside with no other conditions.
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Fire Ops 3.
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Rescue 37 went 4.
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Rescue 37, off 3.
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Box 391, near D.N Lane, cross street to rabbit.
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Investigation inside, class 1-engine 39 or engine 363.
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Tanger 39 or Tegar 47, 243.
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Engine 361 is on the scene, a single story trailer, and often shown.
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The Fumpus tonight will be out in investigating.
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Okay, engine 361.
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The engine 361.

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Chase Ln, Middle Paxton Township, PA 17018

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