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Fire crews respond to alarm near Blue Ridge Place

Heard on: Polk IA Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Ladder 255, you're going to (number withheld) Blue Ridge Place going west for a fire alarm.
audio iconFire & Arson
Blue Rdg Pl NW, Altoona, IA 50009
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters were dispatched to an apparent structure fire at a three‑story commercial building located near Blue Ridge Place in Altoona. A fire alarm was triggered, and Ladder 255 was sent to investigate the situation. The crews appeared to begin evacuation and assessment of the building.

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