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Heard on: McHenry IL Fire-Tac Group Calls · 1/18/2026 11:28 AM
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Okay, and while I got you, I'm going to take an investigator box 5-1220 to the box alarm level.
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We'll have him stage at the corner of Riverside Drive and Route 120.
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Apparent structure fire near Riverside Dr in McHenry

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible structure fire near Riverside Drive and Route 120 in McHenry. The incident prompted multiple alarm upgrades and activation of regional mutual aid boxes. Staging areas were established near the main fire station and along Riverside Drive. Investigators and responding units from nearby towns were requested to assist.

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Riverside Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
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