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Semi driver reports possible brake fire on I-270

Heard on: Madison IL Fire Dispatch Group Calls
01:56
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Attention, Glen Carbon Fire Department personnel.
audio iconFire & Arson
IL-157, Glen Carbon, IL
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews from Glen Carbon responded to a report of a semi-trailer with brakes possibly on fire eastbound on Interstate 270 near Route 157. The driver attempted to extinguish the fire before first responders arrived. Upon arrival, firefighters found no visible smoke or fire. The situation appeared under control with no injuries reported.

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