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Report of possible structure fire on Taft Street

Heard on: Lake IN Law Dispatch Group Calls

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Marble, I've got a report of a structure fire coming in six or six.

2/18/2026 04:30 PM

Fire & Arson

W Taft St, Merrillville, IN

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Fire & Arson reported near W Taft St, Merrillville, IN on Feb 18, 2026, 4:30 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders investigated a possible structure fire on Taft Street. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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