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Fire crew investigates possible campfire near old Walgreens

Heard on: Hawaii County Public Safety - Hamakua/North Hilo
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Company two, respond to investigate possible homeless starting a rubbish fire.
audio iconFire & Arson
Makaala St, Hilo, HI 96720
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to reports of a small unauthorized fire possibly started by unhoused individuals near the old Walgreens location on East Maka‘ala Street in Hilo. The fire appeared to be a campfire beside the building. Details remain unconfirmed based on initial radio communication.

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