Fire crews battle townhouse blaze in Elgin, Elgin IL
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible townhouse fire near Spring Cove Drive in Elgin. Dispatch audio indicated that flames were visible from multiple sides of a two‑story structure. Firefighters investigated, established a water supply, and worked to contain the blaze. No further issues or supply problems were reported, and command later released additional units.
Audio|Heard on: Kane IL Fire-Talk Group Calls
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01:30
Transcript:
00:00
(name withheld) reporting structure fire near Spring Cove Drive.
00:05
Message received, establishing contact.
00:09
Command acknowledged.
00:11
Two-story townhouse showing heavy fire near Spring Cove Drive; flames visible from multiple sides.
00:21
Units repositioning.
00:24
(nonessential remark omitted).
00:27
Confirmed multiple attached townhouse structures involved.
00:34
Message from Division A and B acknowledged.
00:39
Engine 6 on scene establishing operations point.
00:42
Units investigating and preparing entry.
00:47
Structure showing fire from Alpha Bravo side of building.
00:54
Units assigned to support investigation and suppression.
01:01
Command monitoring conditions.
01:05
Advised to maintain safety perimeters.
01:07
Additional engines staging nearby to assist operations.
01:14
Acknowledged.
01:15
Water supply being established for Engine 6; backup crew standing by.
01:21
Copy that.
01:24
Command from Engine 6 acknowledged.
01:26
No supply issues; releasing additional units.
01:30
Engine 6 can handle remaining operations.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Spring Cove Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
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