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Children trapped in elevator at MidAmerican Energy RecPlex

Heard on: Westcom Fire and EMS Dispatch
00:49
00:00
Engine 180, elevator rescue (number withheld) Grand Avenue.
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Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 180 dispatched to an elevator rescue at MidAmerican Energy RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave in West Des Moines. Reports said five children were stuck in an elevator; an update indicated it was stuck on the 2nd floor. Crews were advised to use the main entrance.

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