Fire alarm triggers evacuation at Oak Avenue building, Evanston IL


A fire alarm activated at a multi-story residential building near Oak Avenue. Residents and the alarm company reported the activation. No flames or smoke were visible. The building evacuation and an investigation were initiated.
Audio|Source: Evanston Fire
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Transcript:
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AFA response.
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Squad 21, truck 23, battalion 21, 1740, Oak Avenue for the fire alarm.
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We also had a residence calling.
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No flames don't smoke cream.
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AFA response, squad 21, truck 23, battalion 21, 1740, Oak Avenue for the fire alarm.
00:22
No signs of flame or...
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called in by the residents and the alarm company timeout 1913.
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The Space Battalion 21 is off, 1740 on Oak.
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We have about a 6-8-story residential.
00:53
Do we have audible alarms and evacuation.
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I'll be in command, start an investigation.
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Battalion 21 is in command. Squad 21 is off, North Zone.
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Squad 21 is off, North Zone.
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That's your seat.
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Location mentioned:
Near Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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