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Fire crews check possible burning smell near Elizabeth Ave

Heard on: Lake IL Fire-Talk Group Calls
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We got another caller on the line advising there's a putrid smell of burning brake rotors in the area of (number withheld) and Elizabeth.
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Elizabeth Ave & 20th St, North Chicago, IL 60064
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to reports of a strong burning smell, described as similar to brake rotors, in the area of 20th Street and Elizabeth Avenue in North Chicago. The odor may be related to an earlier fire that was being examined by Engine 181 units. No injuries or property damage were confirmed at the time of the report.

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