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Controlled burn mistaken for vehicle fire near Cleveland DrMexico MO

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Mexico, MO 65265

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to reports of a vehicle fire near Cleveland and McFarland in Mexico, Missouri. Initial information suggested that a truck tire fire was spreading, but upon arrival, officers determined the situation was a controlled burn next to the vehicle. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Audio|Heard on: Mexico Police: Dispatch
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01:59
Transcript:
00:00
Next, officers stand by for a vehicle fire.
00:02
Cleveland and McFarland.
00:13
Ten to Mike Foster's new response.
00:15
Cleveland at McFarland, reference to a vehicle fire.
00:17
Caller advised that the tire on a truck is spreading to the rest of the vehicle.
00:25
Advised that it's approximately three doors down from the intersection.
00:28
Unsure if anyone is nearby.
00:30
Again, Cleveland at McFarland, reference to a vehicle fire.
00:34
Six.
00:37
Thirty-four.
00:41
Six, so you can clear me from the call on a caracal.
00:50
Copy six, clear out to Cleveland with 15 fifty-six.
00:54
Two's in service.
00:58
Copy two in service, 16 fifty-six.
01:00
Twenty-six and around for a second.
01:05
Copy twenty-six out for a second, 16 fifty-six.
01:11
Mexico officers, you're en route to the vehicle fire.
01:14
Before disconnecting, caller advised subjects at the residence may be burning trash next to the vehicle.
01:20
They appear to be attempting to put the fire out.
01:26
Six.
01:29
Mexico two and six one are en route.
01:34
Two.
01:37
Six is in the area.
01:42
Copy, in the area, 15 fifty-nine.
01:46
Six, back to go.
01:48
Two twelve, leaving you.
01:53
Copy 0212, en route six, go ahead.
01:56
This is not a vehicle fire.
01:58
It's a controlled burn next to the vehicle.

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