Tree fall causes fire and electrical line damage in backyard, Port Arthur TX


A tree fell in a backyard near Avenue E causing a fire. The fallen tree pulled down electrical lines. The fire department and utility company have been notified of the active fire and electrical damage.
Audio|Source: Jefferson County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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I have a tree on fire at the house to the left of near Avenue E.
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They said it started with a tree falling in their backyard and it pulled the electrical lines down.
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This is 420.
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I'm just regarding the ending mileage or you come into the station opportunity.
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The tree in the backyard to the left of that residence is now on fire.
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Near Avenue E, tree in the backyard to the left of that house is on fire. Central Clear, 513, I'll be calling you Entergy.
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Port Arthur, TX
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