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Heard on: Lake IN Fire-Tac Group Calls · 1/17/2026 08:13 AM
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We do have smoke showing from the delta side of the roof.
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Firefighters battle house fire on Main St in East Chicago

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible structure fire involving a two‑story single‑family home on Main St in East Chicago. Smoke and flames were visible from the roof and sides of the building as firefighters worked under Main Street Command to gain entry and control the blaze.

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Main St, East Chicago, IN 46312
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