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Heard on: Lee County Public Safety · 1/12/2026 08:34 AM
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Montrose Fire, Des Moines Township Fire, Montrose Fire, Des Moines Township Fire.
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You're needed at (number withheld) (number withheld) Avenue for
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Fire alarm test mistaken for emergency near Montrose

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire departments from Montrose and Des Moines Township were dispatched to an address on 263rd Avenue in the Montrose area for a reported fire alarm. Crews arrived and spoke with a keyholder, who advised that it was part of scheduled fire alarm testing. The incident was subsequently disregarded as no actual fire occurred.

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Montrose, IA 52639
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