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Illegal outdoor fire near East Capitol Avenue

Heard on: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
00:04
Eleven thirty-one. He said cars, FDs around (number withheld) and (number withheld) St and E Capitol Ave on an illegal burn.
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Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA

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Fire & Arson reported near Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA on Feb 16, 2026, 9:30 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to investigate a possible illegal burn reported near the intersection of 2900 block and 24th Street along East Capitol Avenue in Des Moines. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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