Transformer explosion and tree sparks near Meander Dr, Redding CA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched near Meander Drive in Redding after reports of a transformer explosion with blue flashes, sparks, and flames. A tree had fallen on power lines and was smoldering, causing repeated noises.
Audio|Heard on: Shasta CA Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Fire hazard, other Meander Drive for district one.
00:05
Correction, district two.
00:07
Engine two respond to the area of Meander Drive and Courts Court for a report of a transformer explosion after a large blue flash, sparks, and flames were seen, then it went out.
00:23
Advising it happened three times.
00:24
Engine two, just additional information.
00:26
We're getting another report from a reporting party advising she heard a loud sound twice and there was a tree in her backyard hitting the power line that appears to be smoldering.
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Address is near Meander Drive.
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Location mentioned:
Meander Dr, Redding, CA 96001
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