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Hazardous materials response at metal recycling site

Heard on: Winnebago and Surrounding County Fire Departments
02:14
00:00
Toning for Engine 1, Truck 1, Med One, Battalion One.
audio iconFire & Arson
17th St, Rockford, IL 61104
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and emergency crews responded to a possible hazardous materials situation at a metal recycling facility on 17th Street in Rockford. A possible device was reported, and the detonation mechanism appeared to have been removed. The Kenosha County bomb squad was requested to assist in assessing the situation. The response involved multiple fire units and a command team.

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