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Heard on: Montgomery County Public Safety · 1/16/2026 12:41 PM
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Vehicle fire at the Christiansburg Recreation Center.
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Acknowledged, en route[1].
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Vehicle smoking at Christiansburg Recreation Center

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and police units responded to a possible vehicle fire in the parking lot of the Christiansburg Recreation Center. The vehicle, a burgundy Hyundai, was unoccupied and emitting smoke, with no visible flames. Officials later confirmed the smoke appeared to result from an electrical issue.

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N Franklin St, Christiansburg, VA 24073
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