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False fire alarm near South Fifth Street

Heard on: Winnebago County Public Safety
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Engine two and ladder two, respond to automatic alarm at (number withheld) South Fifth Street.
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S 5th St, Rockford, IL 61104
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a possible automatic fire alarm near South Fifth Street in Rockford. The alarm was later found to be false, set off during a basketball game, and no fire or medical emergency occurred.

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