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Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 04 · 1/2/2026 10:07 AM
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Fireworks in assist.
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They're headed to near North Wabash Avenue, the Virgin Hotel.
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Possible fire at hotel near Wabash Ave
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to the Virgin Hotel near North Wabash Avenue in Chicago after a caller reported a burning smell when an elevator door opened. The incident involved a possible fire or smoke condition inside the building.