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Heard on: Charles County Fire & EMS · 1/16/2026 05:42 AM
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Ma'am, there's going to be no accident.
00:04
The transformer just blew and laid down wires all the way across 301.
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Transformer explosion sparks brush fire near Smallwood Dr
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a transformer explosion near US-301 and Smallwood Drive in Waldorf that led to downed power lines across the highway and ignited a small brush fire. Utility and communication companies were contacted, and the highway was temporarily closed for safety while repairs were arranged.
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