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Crews investigate outdoor smoke near Highway 24

Heard on: Douglas and Elbert County Fire Districts

00:17

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Fire attention, similar fire map Adam Young Seven Three on a smoke investigation outside in the area of US Highway 24 and County Road One Hundred and Thirty Three on Alpha Five.

2/17/2026 11:14 AM

Fire & Arson

US-24 & Co Rd 113, Colorado 80832

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Fire & Arson reported near US-24 & Co Rd 113, Colorado 80832 on Feb 17, 2026, 11:14 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are investigating a report of smoke in an area near Highway 24 and County Road 113. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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