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Heard on: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP · 15 hours ago
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Yeah, Fire 63.
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So we're out here with an individual who just left the mechanic,
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Vehicle fire near 21st and University

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to a possible vehicle fire near 21st Street and University Avenue in Des Moines. The vehicle had reportedly left a mechanic moments earlier when it caught fire. Crews extinguished the fire, and it appeared to be caused by a mechanical issue. The car required a tow but no injuries were mentioned.

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E 21st St & E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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