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Burnt washing machine belt causes smoke odor report

Heard on: DuComm Fire Dispatch and Ops (All)
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N York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
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Fire crews responded to a report of smoke or a burning odor at a four-story apartment building on North York. On arrival, they found no visible fire. The source was identified as a burnt belt on a washing machine, and one engine remained to handle the situation while other units were released.

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