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Heard on: Coles County Fire, EMS and EMA · 1/11/2026 11:22 AM
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Activated fire alarm.
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Near Golden Oak Avenue, Unit A, Adam Nine.
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False fire alarm near Golden Oak Avenue
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire alarm near Golden Oak Avenue in Mattoon. Upon investigation, the alarm in an apartment unit appeared to have been a false activation, possibly due to air pressure or fragrance in the air. The fire system was reset and all units cleared the scene without incident.