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Utility pole fire causes power outage near Branch Hill Rd, Preston CT

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Near Branch Hill Rd, Preston, CT 06365

A utility pole caught fire near Branch Hill Road causing visible flames and crackling sounds. The fire resulted in a power outage inside the nearby residence. Fire department responders were dispatched to handle the situation.

Audio|Source: Ledyard Police and Fire
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Station out with a utility emergency for the Preston Fire Department, responding to near Branch Hill Road and caller reporting the utility pole is on fire, reporting no power inside the structure, reporting crackling and visible fire.
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The station are repeating for the Preston Fire Department,
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responding on the utility emergency,
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that will be near Branch Hill Road between Dool Road and Benjamin Road.
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The caller reporting a utility pole located outside on fire.
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Inside the residence, there is no power with crackling and visible fire outside.

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Near Branch Hill Rd, Preston, CT 06365

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