Possible vehicle fire sparks search on Highway 240 near Slater, Slater MO
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Emergency crews responded to a possible vehicle fire near Highway 240 and Slater, searching the area based on a passerby's report, but ultimately found no vehicle fire and returned to quarters.
Audio|Heard on: Saline County Public Safety
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04:33
Transcript:
00:00
Reported possible vehicle fire on Highway 240 near 28799.
00:09
Units dispatched, en route to investigate and monitor for any fire extension.
00:22
Repeating location details for clarity.
00:26
Highway 240 near 28799 is the area of concern.
00:34
Dispatch confirms directions and coordination with units.
00:49
Command acknowledges fire units responding and preparing.
00:56
Information about unit positions and readiness provided.
01:06
Units requested to maintain information updates on fire status.
01:15
Continued coordination and confirmation of fire location near 28799 Highway 240.
02:07
Additional unrelated medical information was noted during dispatch calls.
03:25
Slater fire unit reports no signs of fire after thorough search.
03:32
Original report came from a passing motorist indicating smoke and possible flames.
03:56
Final coordination messages and service acknowledgements.
04:21
Slater fire advising unable to locate vehicle fire; units returning to quarters and continuing area patrol between Marshal and Slater.
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Location mentioned:
MO-240, Slater, MO 65349
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