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Heard on: Columbus Division of Fire, Franklin County Fire and EMS · 1/18/2026 11:25 AM
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Fire alarm at residence near Rice Ave.
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Ladder 131, Engine 133, Battalion 131 responding.
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Fire crews respond to alarm near Rice Ave

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible residential fire alarm near Rice Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. Ladder, engine, and battalion units were dispatched. Cross streets include Taylor Road and Spruce Hill Drive. The incident involved an alarm activation, and the situation’s cause was not confirmed at the time of the call.

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Rice Ave, Columbus, OH 43230
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