Transformer blows causing live wires near school, Florence Township NJ
Fire & ArsonA transformer blew near a school on Hornberger Ave, causing live electrical wires to fall and arc on the ground. Emergency crews are responding to secure the area. The incident has caused closure of Hornberger Ave and is affecting local traffic and bus routes.
Audio|Source: Burlington County Public Safety - Digital
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Transcript:
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Central Overs here, engine 40, 11 respond to the 3.
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School on FM 40, a transformer blew wires down arcing from school, public service, so you know the slide.
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If I'm 40 received.
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Clear and copy.
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I'm sending response one
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Apologies, sir, I'm having some radio issues I'm working on with the tech
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Okay
00:47
Senator Liffin 40s old location, Hornbergers closed at 10.10 to advise New Jersey Transit, that's going to affect the bus route.
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FM 40 do you need us to go around and seek a blocking position on Hornberger or is this going to be off the roadway?
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Proceeding to the parking lot across from the school.
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Central will update my communication. The wire is live on the ground arcing now.
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Location mentioned:
Hornberger Ave, Florence, NJ
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