Crews handle transformer fire near Hug Point
Heard on: Clatsop County Police, Fire, EMS, Marine and Aircraft
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on scene. We do have active fire at the base of the pole.
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a transformer fire near the Hug Point State Recreation Site along Highway 101. The northbound lanes were temporarily closed as firefighting teams worked to control flames at the base of a pole. Utility staff and state transportation officials were notified to assist with power and traffic management. The fire appeared to be under control after initial suppression efforts.
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