Early this afternoon LCDES sent out a pole and wires down call in the area of E Kercher Ave and Runway Drive.

Chief 32 along with Engine 32 arrived to find 4 poles completely down with another hanging, as-well as a vehicle in the middle of the mess with wires on top of the vehicle.

Upon further investigation it was discovered the vehicle with wires on top was still occupied with visible burn marks on the vehicle. Fortunately the occupants remained in place until it was confirmed that the wires were deenergized so they could safely exit the vehicle.

East Kercher Ave will likely remain closed through the evening.