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Heard on: Galax Fire & Rescue · 1/16/2026 01:57 PM
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Second due, Riley Court Apartments in Hillsville, (number withheld) Main Street.
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Possible structures being cleared.
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Cooking fire contained at Hillsville apartments

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Hillsville responded to a possible apartment fire near North Main Street. Smoke was reported at an apartment complex, but the situation was determined to be a cooking-related incident and was quickly brought under control. All responding units were later canceled once the fire was confirmed extinguished.

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Hillsville, VA 24343
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