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Transformer blew causing brief power outage, Elkhart County IN

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IN-15, Indiana

A transformer near County Road 40 between State Road 15 and County Road 27 blew and briefly caused a power outage with visible flames. The flames were no longer visible when reported.

Audio|Source: Elkhart, Goshen & Elkhart County Police, Fire & EMS
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Transcript:
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This station 3, signal 45, or a transformer.
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Station 3, Signal 45[1], near County Road 40,
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between State Road 15, County Road 27.
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This was the caller's address.
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He advised south of his address along the railroad track.
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The transformer blew and was on 45.
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He could no longer see flames.
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However, the power did go out for a short amount of time.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
Signal 45: Fire-related incident or alarm, including possible structure fire, arson, or request for fire response.

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IN-15, Indiana

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