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Downed power line causes minor fire hazard near 8th St

Heard on: Petersburg Fire/Rescue
02:14
00:00
Engine two, engine two.
audio iconFire & Arson
8th St, Petersburg, VA 23803
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Petersburg responded to a possible downed power line near 8th Street. Reports suggested sparks coming from the wire after it was pulled down, possibly by a truck from a gravel company. No injuries were reported. Utility workers were notified to handle the hazard.

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