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Heard on: Chicago Fire - Digital · 1/18/2026 11:25 AM
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42 to main, I'm on scene.
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(number withheld) North Dearborn (place withheld), approximately eight-story residential commercial 4th floor, nothing showing.
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Possible smoke source found near North Dearborn St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of smoke in a hallway of a multi-story residential building near North Dearborn Street. The situation was determined to be cooking-related, and crews ventilated the area as a precautionary measure.

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N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610
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