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Fire Endangering Structure Due to Sparking Power Lines at 510 East Charleston Road

Source: Palo Alto Fire
510 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA
Summary: Multiple fire units responded to a report of a fire endangering a structure at 510 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto, California. The incident was reported via utility company and confirmed by a resident. The fire was caused by sparking power lines, which ignited plant matter and threatened the nearby structure. Firefighters investigated the scene, checked adjacent properties for fire spread, and coordinated with utility representatives. No significant fire or damage was found upon arrival, but embers and arcing were reported. The incident was mitigated without injuries, and units were gradually released as the situation was brought under control.
  1. Incident Wrap-Up and Release of Units
    07:28

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  2. Power Line and Utility Coordination
    01:07

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  3. Search for Fire Spread and Ember Drops
    07:50

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  4. Resident and Utility Involvement Confirmed
    00:11

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  5. Units Arrive and Begin Investigation
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  6. Incident Details and Utilities Notification
    00:18

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  7. Initial Dispatch for Fire Endangering Structure
    00:15

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