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Fire crews check possible truck brake smoke

Heard on: Smyth County Public Safety
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Got a power truck and Exxon in Chilhowie.
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Chilhowie, VA 24319
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded near an Exxon station in Chilhowie after reports of smoke from the back brakes of a power truck. Units investigated the situation as a possible vehicle fire or overheating issue, with no visible flames seen upon arrival.

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