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Heard on: Portland Fire · 5 days ago
07:20
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C9, follow up.
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Go ahead, C9.
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Firefighters battle basement blaze near Vannah Ave

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported structure fire near Vannah Avenue in Portland. Dispatch audio indicated possible smoke coming from the basement of a single-story, two-family home. The incident was upgraded to an all-hands operation. Units reported difficulties with entry due to clutter and heavy smoke conditions, and the fire was believed to originate in the basement. Utilities were notified, and command was transferred to a senior officer during the response.

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Vannah Ave, Portland, ME 04103
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