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Smoke reported near Kester Avenue

Heard on: Los Angeles City Fire
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Say from Battalion 10 here at (number withheld) North Kester to Smoke Scare Barbecue, cancel all resources.
audio iconFire & Arson
Kester Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to a possible barbecue-related smoke report near Kester Avenue in Van Nuys. One engine remained on scene to handle the situation while other responding units were released. No injuries were mentioned and the incident appeared minor.

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