Transformer incident causes loud explosion in Albany, Albany NY
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to reports of smoke and a loud explosion near Western Avenue in Albany. Investigators determined the noise likely came from a generator or electrical transformer malfunction. No fire or injuries were reported.
Audio|Heard on: Albany NY Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
02:17
Transcript:
00:00
Dispatch to West Mary.
00:03
We are raised to near Western Ave for reports of heavy smoke after a loud bang that came from a building.
00:11
West Aaron, I'll be in call.
00:13
1025.
00:16
One basic conscious.
00:19
Received 400, 1025.
00:22
Dispatch, you can show 501 out.
00:25
501 out at 1025.
00:28
All commands.
00:33
Show 502 arriving.
00:36
Arriving in 1025.
00:39
601 dispatcher, I'll be arriving.
00:43
Arriving at 1026.
00:46
501 to 502.
00:49
Go ahead.
00:57
Four zero two, checking that area.
00:59
If there's a generator in the back, I'll be coming over.
01:02
I think that's what started it.
01:03
I think we had a transformer blow someplace.
01:04
I think the generator near Western Ave just started.
01:09
And that's my guess at the moment as well.
01:11
I have a feeling the generator is right near my vehicle by the building there.
01:19
Hey, let's check on that.
01:20
501 to 601, could you go to the National Grid substation at the end of North Lane? Just check that.
01:26
They're saying it was a loud explosion.
01:32
Dispatch 902 is en route.
01:37
This is after Buffalo Base, copy all information, we'll advise when en route.
02:05
There is no fire here at this time.
02:07
We'll check the building when my engine arrives.
02:10
It seems like a transformer blew somewhere.
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Location mentioned:
Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203
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