Utility Pole Fire with Road Closure and Emergency Response
Source: Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison Counties Public Safety
Watson, NY 13367, USA
Summary: A utility pole fire occurred, prompting emergency response and road closure in Herkimer County, New York. Embers from the fire threatened nearby structures, and an ambulance was requested to stage at Pine Grove Road and Austin Road in the Town of Watson. National Grid was notified and provided a 30-minute estimated time of arrival. The situation involved ongoing fire suppression, monitoring of the burning pole, and coordination between public safety and utility services.