Smoke odor prompts evacuation at residential building, Sparta MO


Firefighters responded to a general fire alarm at a multi-story residential building near South Avenue after an odor of smoke was detected. The building was evacuated as crews investigated. No visible fire or smoke was found, and no signs of criminal activity were reported.
Audio|Source: Logan-Rogersville Fire Protection District
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Transcript:
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Trail, Springton Units and Out, firing building near South Avenue.
00:06
It's a general fire alarm, as well as an odor of smoke, I fence are evacuating.
00:19
13 drive 3 story in the building nothing showing we'll have self-command we'll be operating investigative mode engine one can you come up to the alley that we're parking here and assist with investigation
00:50
Time 1's on 2.
00:53
Clear the time 1.
00:55
We're at the alleyway this time.
01:02
Time 1 copy.
01:03
Is this the same apartment as before?
01:07
I'm not sure quite yet, but it's a possibility.
01:14
Engine 2, John 2.
01:16
Engine 2, hold on a hybrid, please.
01:23
Copy, we got a hydrant here in South of Warma.
01:27
Sounds clear, thank you.
01:33
Command of the investigative group.
01:36
Go ahead.
01:39
Search four is clear, on the second trying to make contact with residents.
01:45
All clear, thank you.
01:51
Tower 2 is arriving.
01:56
Uncleared, Tower 2.
01:58
The new position on the corner, please.
02:03
Copy.
02:08
Is there a knock-loss at this location?
02:14
Affirmative.
02:20
Flyer Reopsy.
02:22
I'm clear, another three states.
02:29
Can you see if you can positions in between engine 13, engine one?
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Location mentioned:
Near South Ave, Sparta, MO 65753
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