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Heard on: LaSalle County Fire and EMS · 4 days ago
02:41
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Engine One, we're going downtown to the Rathlin near Washington St for a general fire alarm.
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Nothing showing from the exterior.
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Cooking smoke triggers fire alarm near Washington St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a general alarm at a building near Washington St in Ottawa. On arrival, no fire was visible from outside. Investigations found cooking smoke inside, and the alarm system was later reset.

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E Washington St, Ottawa, IL 61350
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