The London Fire Department had their hands full earlier today dealing with a situation involving downed power lines that required some serious safety measures and coordination with local utilities.

According to updates from the London Fire Department’s social media, Engine 4 crews were called to the scene to manage what turned out to be a potentially hazardous situation with electrical wires down in the area.

Fire crews took on the crucial role of securing the scene and keeping the area safe while they waited for London Hydro to arrive and take control of the situation. It’s the kind of response that shows how our emergency services work together when there’s a potential safety risk in the community.

The department made sure to keep residents informed throughout the incident, posting regular updates about the situation as it developed. Their initial update indicated that London Hydro had been requested to respond to the scene, with fire crews maintaining a safe perimeter around the downed wires.

Downed power lines are no joke when it comes to public safety. These situations require trained professionals to handle them properly, which is exactly why the fire department stepped in to manage the scene until the utility company could take over.

The coordinated response between the London Fire Department and London Hydro demonstrates the established protocols that kick into action when electrical hazards threaten public safety in our city.

By late in the day, the fire department provided a final update confirming that Engine 4 had cleared the scene, with London Hydro having assumed care and control of the situation. Residents were directed to follow London Hydro’s social media channels for any ongoing updates about the electrical issue.

The incident wrapped up with the utility company handling the technical aspects of dealing with the downed lines, while the fire department’s role in maintaining public safety during the initial response phase came to a close.

London Hydro took over responsibility for the scene and any follow-up work needed to address the power line situation.