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Smoke report found to be backyard barbecue

Heard on: Broward County Fire/Rescue Dispatch
06:31
00:00
In route,
audio iconFire & Arson
Dewey St, Hollywood, FL 33023
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Emergency services received a report of heavy smoke and a possible fire near Washington Street and Dewey Street. The caller smelled something burning and heard a young person shout that there was a fire. Fire crews searched the area and saw smoke, then located the source in a backyard. It was a barbecue that had just been lit, and there was no active fire or emergency situation.

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