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Heard on: Evanston Fire · 1/8/2026 07:18 PM
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Avery response from squad 21, truck 23, battalion 21.
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Near Elgin Rd at Optima Horizons for fire alarm.
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Fire crews respond to alarm at Optima Horizons
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible alarm activation at the Optima Horizons building on Elgin Rd. The alarm was in a high-rise structure with no signs of smoke or active fire. Strobe lights were activated, but no evacuation was underway. Truck 23 investigated while other units were later marked back in service.
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