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Fire crews respond to vehicle blaze near 8th St SW

Heard on: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP
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Engine 251 , en route 8th street southwest and 17th avenue southwest.
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17th Ave SW & 8th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters and emergency personnel responded to a reported vehicle fire near 8th Street Southwest and 17th Avenue Southwest in Altoona. Smoke was reportedly seen coming from the engine compartment of an SUV. Units remained on scene to secure the area and ensure the fire was extinguished.

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