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Heard on: Algona Police and Fire · 1/9/2026 12:36 PM
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Attention, now go to fire ambulance.
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Attention, now go to a fire and ambulance needed near South Hall.
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Smoke investigation near South Hall apartment

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of smoke coming from a lower apartment near South Hall in Algona. Fire and ambulance units were dispatched, but no active fire was found and all units were later cleared from the scene.

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S Hall St, Algona, IA 50511
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