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Brush fire spreading near Percival Springs area

Heard on: South Central IL Public Safety

01:13

00:00

Blossom Fire Department from Mammoth County, respond to (number withheld) North US.

2/28/2026 03:53 PM

Fire & Arson

Percival Springs Airport & RV, 6900 US-45, Watson, IL 62473

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AI Summary

Fire & Arson reported near Percival Springs Airport & RV, 6900 US-45, Watson, IL 62473 on Feb 28, 2026, 3:53 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire departments from Mammoth and Effingham counties responded to a potential brush fire near Percival Springs along North US Highway 45. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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