be on the scene
Example Sentences
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Fire crews are expected to be on the scene for hours, according to authorities, as the fire’s origin is under investigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Despite fears that U.S. marshals would be on the scene, the engagement was conducted by local police and DMHHS.
From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2025
"The smoke from the fire has reduced considerably, but we still expect to be on the scene most of today," the spokesperson added.
From BBC ● Apr. 20, 2024
Other technology, including artificial intelligence, is helping journalists who seek information about how something happened when they couldn’t be on the scene.
From Seattle Times ● May 8, 2022
“Why doesn’t Ginny stay here, then at least she’ll be on the scene and know what’s going on, but she won’t be in the middle of the fighting?”
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
