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Transformer blast causes power outage and downed linesNorthampton County PA

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Green Pond Rd & Campbell Dr, Bethlehem Township, PA 18020

A transformer exploded near Green Pond Road and Campbell Drive, causing a power outage. Sparks were seen and utility lines are down with a power line lying on the road. Emergency crews are responding to the hazard but no fire was observed.

Audio|Source: Northampton County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Responding, 221, near Green Pond Road and Campbell Drive For a reported transformer that blew, they saw sparks and the power's off in the area, did not see any fire.
00:10
Come be near the tennis courts up Moravian.
00:17
Roger that.
00:18
And you can hold a warning for both companies.
00:23
Proceeds, Jack.
00:29
It just confirmed it is going to be in the Mooridian Academy.
00:33
Looks like the power line is on the road.
00:36
I apologize.
00:45
1452.
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1452 I copy the police show about a power line on the road.
00:54
We just go ahead and call PPP.
00:55
I'll have them start heading that way, please.

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Location mentioned:
Green Pond Rd & Campbell Dr, Bethlehem Township, PA 18020
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Incident Timeline

  1. Additional Call Regarding Power Outage and Medical Needs
  2. Request for Updates Before Clearing Scene
  3. Further Discussion of Outage Cause
  4. Call Consolidation
  5. Confirmation of Power Outage and Area Impact
  6. Initial 911 Calls Report Power Outage

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