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Heard on: Cape County Public Safety · 12/28/2025 10:08 PM
Fire crews respond to burning smell near Whitener St
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire departments responded to a commercial first alarm near Whitener Street in Cape Girardeau after a caller reported a burning smell in an apartment. There was no visible smoke or fire. Crews investigated and determined the smell may have been related to a power issue after a heater was turned on. All units later returned to service without incident.
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Whitener St b3, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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