Transformer explosion causes power outage near library, Rockport ME
Fire & ArsonA transformer exploded near the library on Union Street causing a loud noise and power outage in the area near Church Street. No smoke or fire was seen at the time of the report. Emergency services are responding to the incident.
Audio|Source: Penobscot, Waldo, Knox County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Rockport Fire, he could respond to the area near Church Street.
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Have a caller advising, he heard a loud explosion, and now he has no power.
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He does not see anything,
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however,
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he is going to take a ride to see if there's any fire or smoke.
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He was advised to stay at home.
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Again, Rockport, Fire, he's to respond to the area near Church Street for a loud explosion, now the caller is advising that they have no power,
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does not see any smoke or flame.
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He is going to take a ride to see if he sees anything. He was advised to stay at home, however, he is going to go for a ride.
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Defense code is going to be 55 off of 10, set 55 off of 1.
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Cross Street is going to be Franco Street, Union Street, and not clear.
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Rollport RISC 25 now.
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We're at 225.
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405-33.
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That's why have you.
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Rockwood call on.
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Rockport call on.
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Also en route, be advised,
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I'll get to the poll number, but the transformer just blew on Union Street next to the library.
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Stand for it.
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Location mentioned:
Near Church St, Rockport, ME 04856
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