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Heard on: Franklin, Perry, Jackson, Williamson, and Jefferson Counties Police, Fire and EMS · 1/17/2026 03:54 PM
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The address is near North Main.
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It is a natural pile of brush, but per city ordinance the wind gets a little too windy.
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Brush fire extinguished near North Main St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a natural brush pile fire near North Main St in Benton. The fire was being extinguished in accordance with city ordinance due to windy conditions. No injuries or property damage were reported.

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N Main St, Benton, IL 62812
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