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Monroe Firefighters Respond After Fallen Tree Ignites Power Lines
May 30, 2026 | CONNECTICUT
1RN News Team,

Photo by Monroe Volunteer Fire Department, No.1 Inc.

Photo by Monroe Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Monroe Volunteer Fire Department, No.1 Inc.

Photo by Monroe Volunteer Fire Department, No.1 Inc.
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MONROE, CT - Monroe firefighters and police responded to an incident on Church Street after a large tree fell onto power lines, sparking a fire in the roadway on May 30th. Crews secured the scene until utility personnel were able to shut down power, allowing firefighters to safely extinguish remaining hot spots and overhaul the area. Operations continued until the scene was placed under control.