Semi truck trailer emits black smoke near mile marker 494, Terrell TX


A semi truck traveling east near mile marker 494 emitted black smoke from its trailer. The driver may be unaware of the smoke. Emergency services were notified and dispatched.
Audio|Source: Kaufman County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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I made a vehicle fire called by, he's down 20, passing the 494, 18-wheeler driving, black smoke coming from inside the trailer.
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Caller doesn't think the driver is aware.
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Are you sitting westbound and is there a family?
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Eastbound they were passing the 494 were alerting Terrell as well.
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1040 give a description on the east shoulder.
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The color states that trailer is pouring black smoke out of it. I don't even think the color is aware.
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Tanforth. You can go ahead and show me around.
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Notify Terrell too.
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We've notified Salty and Terrell.
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Terrell, TX
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