Caught on camera: Electrical transformer explodes, catches fire
by News Staff
"They are putting in new pole now," Chase Williams. "The pole was destroyed at the top. Lines across the road last night. Scary and awesome to watch." (Courtesy Chase Williams)
CRESWELL, Ore. - Power transformers exploded late Tuesday night on Davisson Road "and gave us a fireworks show," Mable Young tells our newsroom.
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Her grandson Chase Williams captured the scene on camera after the initial transformers blew around 10:30 p.m.
"It was out in front of our home," Mable said. "This one blew, caught on fire, then blew again and gave us a fireworks show."
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"They are putting in new pole now," Chase added. "The pole was destroyed at the top. Lines across the road last night. Scary and awesome to watch."
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Mable said the area is served by EPUD.
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