Smoke reported in residence due to blocked chimney, St Cloud MN
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An officer was dispatched to assist with smoke in a residence caused by a blocked chimney after attempts to start a fire in the fireplace failed.
Audio|Heard on: Benton and Stearns County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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9th Street North.
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Caller says they tried to start a fire in the fireplace, but it was unsuccessful.
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It started smoldering.
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There is a lot of smoke because they are unable to open the chimney flue.
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Please respond and assist, and advise if the fire department is needed to open it.
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Location mentioned:
9th St N, St Cloud, MN 56303
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