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Heard on: South East Iowa, West Central Illinois Public Safety · 1/16/2026 02:27 PM
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Burlington Fire responded to the area of (number withheld) South 6th, complaining that the address can smell what he believes is either burning rubber or plastic in the area and cannot see any flames or smoke anywhere though.
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Thought I should be checked out again.
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Fire crews check odor complaint near South 6th St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel in Burlington responded to a report of a possible burning odor, described as rubber or plastic, near South 6th Street. No visible flames or smoke were seen, and crews investigated as a precaution.

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S 6th St, Burlington, IA 52601
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