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Vehicle fire along Highway 101 near Old Coast Hwy

Heard on: Santa Barbara County Sheriff, Fire, Aircraft and Marine, Lompoc Police / Fire
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Car fire southbound on 101 south of Old Coast Highway.
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Old Coast Hwy, California
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible vehicle fire along southbound Highway 101 near Old Coast Highway. A Chevy SUV was on the shoulder with smoke coming from the engine, possibly due to overheating. The driver had contacted roadside assistance, and firefighters were called as a precaution.

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