Transformer explodes causing power outage near Bethany Ave, San Jose CA
Fire & ArsonAn electrical pole near Bethany Avenue was hit, causing a transformer to explode and a power outage. Wires were left hanging and making popping sounds. Fire units responded to the hazard.
Audio|Source: San Jose Fire
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Transcript:
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Engine 23, Transformer Hazard, near Van Marie Court, near Margot Drive, Station 23's area.
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Engine 14, Senisei.
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Engine 14. Engine 14,
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your RP called back.
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He investigated further and found out that somebody was just barbecuing. Your call, if you want to continue.
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Page puts the route looking around. I'll go back at 6-10.
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Engine 14. We'll train service.
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So that was a 6-23 route.
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Engine 23 in route. Engine 23, this is going to be for something that hit an electrical pole.
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It has exploded and now the power is out.
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Did you notify about this? Engine 23, that's my next call.
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Very God, thank you.
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Engine 5, high-rise smoke detector alarm, Holiday Inn, 1350, North 1st Street, near East Rosemary Street and East Kish Road, Station 5 area.
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Engine 23, Sinezay?
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Go ahead.
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Engine 23, it looks like the source of your call might be near Bethany Avenue. There's a wire that's now hanging about 20 feet off the ground that was making a popping sound before it lowered.
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Location mentioned:
Near Bethany Ave, San Jose, CA 95132
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