Single-car crash leaves power lines down near Route 161 and 37, Kinmundy IL
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TrafficA single-vehicle crash was reported south of Route 161 on Route 37, causing downed power lines and unknown injuries, raising safety concerns along this key roadway.
Audio|Heard on: Marion/Jefferson County Fire and EMS
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Attention call, first responders, Salem, EMS.
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Attention co, first responders at Salem EMS.
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Your respondent State Route 161, State Route 161, State Route 37 and Co.
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State Route 161, State Route 37 and Co.
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Go to be south of 161 on 37 for one car 1050[1], unknown injuries.
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You're going to be looking for us to dance in the ditch.
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There's also...
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power lines down across the roadway sale on this bench 23.2.
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1050: Traffic accident
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Location mentioned:
IL-37, Kinmundy, IL 62854
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