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Train fire reported near Rowlett

Heard on: Tarrant TX Transportation Group Calls
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Can I get you in route to Rowlett? Got a report of a fire on board train number fifty-five, LV (number withheld) .
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Melcer Dr, Rowlett, TX 75088
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency personnel were dispatched to address a possible electrical fire on board a train near Rowlett. Initial reports mentioned that someone had attempted to extinguish the fire using an extinguisher but was unsuccessful. Crews were instructed to inspect the train vents and verify the situation while controlling nearby train movement.

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