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Debris reported on I-295 near Smithfield

Heard on: Northwest Rhode Island Police and Fire
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Sir, can you check 295 south at mile marker 16 for the roadway? Should be several rolls of carpet in the 1st lane.
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I-295, Smithfield, RI
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were alerted to debris on the southbound side of Interstate 295 near mile marker 16 in Smithfield. Several rolls of carpet were reportedly blocking the first lane, and units were dispatched to check the roadway for safety.

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