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Possible fire alarm at South Sherman Avenue building

Heard on: City of Ames Fire and EMS
01:45
00:00
Automatic alarm.
audio iconFire & Arson
S Sherman Ave, Ames, IA 50010
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and law enforcement responded to a possible smoke detector activation at a building near South Sherman Avenue in Ames. The alarm was tied to the south stairwell area, and all occupants reportedly exited the building without assistance. No signs of fire were confirmed at the scene.

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