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Command requested Penelec to the scene due to the utility pole being broken. Crews disconnected the battery and placed absorbent and pads to control the leaking fuel and oil. Crews also set up traffic detour while we awaited the utility company to arrive. Units remained on scene to provide lighting for the utility and wrecker service. Crews operated for a total of about 2 hours.   

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On the evening of Monday November 13th, 2006 communications dispatched United Fire Company along with Montrose EMS to a report of a single vehicle accident on SR 29 south near the municipal building.  United 11 (P.Sprout) arrived first giving the report of a single vehicle wrapped around a telephone pole with all occupants out of the vehicle.  United Rescue1 and Engine 2 responded with a total of 10 members with additional members responding to the scene. Command assigned The rescue to the south end of the scene to set up lighting and control traffic. The Engine was assigned to the north end setting up lighting and to control hazards.  

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