Fire report turns out to be smoke from cooking, Menomonee Falls WI
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire near White Oak Circle in Menomonee Falls. Initial reports indicated active flames, but responders later found the smoke was caused by a pressure cooker on the stove. There was no active fire, and smoke had cleared after the stove was turned off. The second floor was evacuated as a precaution.
Audio|Heard on: Waukesha WI Law Dispatch Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
02:4
Transcript:
00:00
Falls 119, fire department is going to be en route for a structure fire near White Oak Circle, apartment 15 with active flames.
00:10
Still gathering.
00:12
And Falls 115, are you able to respond over there?
00:16
Falls 115, 10-4.
01:05
Semi heavy smoke on the 2nd floor.
01:13
No flames at this time.
01:19
Heavy smoke, likely from a pressure cooker on the stovetop.
01:24
Stove is off.
02:01
I believe at this time we have the 2nd floor evacuated.
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Location mentioned:
White Oak Cir, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
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