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Heard on: Polk IA Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 08:44 AM
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Engine 351, Brush 357, Ambulance 133, Tender 356, and Elkhart Chief Officer.
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Residential structure fire.
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Fire crews battle house fire near East Walnut St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire units, including engines, tenders, and an ambulance, were dispatched to a possible residential structure fire near East Walnut Street in Elkhart, Iowa. Responders from several departments coordinated a fire suppression response. The incident involved units based near Northeast 126th Avenue and surrounding streets.

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E Walnut St, Elkhart, IA 50073
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