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Heard on: McDonough County Area Public Safety · 1/17/2026 09:20 AM
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Hope these companies are Astoria Fire Rescue.
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My name is Fulbright, Deputy, US 24 at Dean Road for a vehicle that struck a power pole.
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Vehicle hits power pole near Dean Rd

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As discussed during the dispatch call, a vehicle struck a power pole near the intersection of US 24 and Dean Road in Astoria Township. The power pole was knocked down, and a caller checked on the occupants. Emergency responders, including Fulton County Ambulance and Astoria Fire Rescue, were dispatched to the scene for a possible traffic accident.

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US-24 & N Dean Rd, Astoria Township, IL 61501
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