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Transformer fire causes power outage near Fifth St

Heard on: Chelsea Fire Channel 1
02:53
00:00
Chelsea Engine Two,
audio iconFire & Arson
5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a transformer and electrical wires on fire near Fifth Street in Chelsea. The incident caused a power outage affecting several residential buildings. Police were requested to close sections of Fifth Street from Broadway to Chestnut Street while power company crews were notified to assist.

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