be on the scene
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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
Financially, it suits United for Rashford not to be on the scene given his huge salary and a strong desire to drive down the overall wage bill at the loss-making club.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2025
There was “extensive damage and some parts of the structure have collapsed,” he said, adding that he expects his crews “to be on the scene for some time.”
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2024
“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
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