Explosions and fire reported near South W, Topeka, Topeka KS


Multiple callers reported loud explosions and flames near South W, Topeka. Fire department responding. Officers suspect intentional cause, possibly fireworks or gasoline. Roadblocks set up to restrict traffic.
Audio|Source: Shawnee County Sheriff
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Transcript:
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It's going to be the area, 65th in Morel.
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Your RPJK wants to be seen near Southwest Morel.
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We've got multiple callers.
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They've hearing loud explosions,
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a couple of loud booms, not sure where it's coming from, and they're also seeing flames.
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By the case address.
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We've got fire in route as well.
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I'll buy for now.
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104. 154. Go ahead.
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Just redirect the RP from near morale that advise how he is armed in case.
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10 more.
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2124. 51 on that far out I'll start floating that loop.
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10-4[1]. I have a full angle to be equal in the middle of 65th.
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10-4[1]. It does appear like it may be intentional as there's one appears to me, maybe fireworks or gas came on the ground.
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Okay.
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75 and about the 150, Duky.
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Can you go to the west at Reddit 505 in Morrill and block any Travis can come in Eastman? No.
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So.
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Near South W, Topeka, KS 66604
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