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Heard on: Newton Police and Fire · 5 days ago
02:09
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Yeah, we got the smell of the burning rubber.
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Could be from the city yard when they're burning the asphalt back there.
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Odor near Elliot St traced to asphalt work

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Newton responded to reports of a burning odor near Elliot Street. Investigation indicated the source was likely an asphalt reclaimer operating at the nearby city yard on Needham Street. The scene was confirmed and handled by Engine 7, with no reported hazards.

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Elliot St, Newton, MA
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