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Heard on: Sussex County Fire and Seaford Fire / EMS · 1/16/2026 09:11 AM
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Engine one, would you come down? We'll see if we can tell her that smoke's coming up or I couldn't see it.
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Eighty-seven (number withheld) lens from road between Critters Run and Walden Road.
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Downed wire causes power loss near Critters Run

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency personnel responded to reports of smoke and a possible fire between Critters Run and Walden Road. The situation was later identified as a downed wire that appeared to have been struck by a passing vehicle, resulting in a temporary power outage. No active fire or injuries were confirmed, and fire department assistance was ultimately not required.

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Critters Run, Delaware 19973
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