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Heard on: Jasper IN Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 09:54 AM
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Attention, Richland Fire Department.
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Attention, Richland Fire Department.
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Bonfire mistaken for smoke near North Jefferson St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in the Richland area responded to reports of smoke near North Jefferson Street in Rensselaer. The source was determined to be a bonfire, and no fire emergency was found.

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N Jefferson St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
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