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Fire crew checks odor of gas near Dempster and Lake Shore

Heard on: Evanston Fire
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An engine detail for Engine 22 at Dempster and Lake Shore Boulevard for the very strong odor of gas outside.
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Dempster St & Lake Shore Blvd, Evanston, IL 60202
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters investigated reports of a strong gas odor outside near Dempster Street and Lake Shore Boulevard. The odor was described as possibly coming from nearby gas lamps, but responders checked for other potential sources. The caller who reported the smell was no longer at the scene when units arrived.

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