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Heard on: Lake IL Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 06:21 PM
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Ambulance 29, engine 30, engine 32, truck 28, and battalion 28 to a fire alarm.
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Route 3006 at near South Avenue.
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Fire crews respond to alarm on South Avenue

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a possible structure fire near South Avenue and Route 3006 in Waukegan. Crews reported a large two-story residential building showing signs of fire from two sides. The incident also involved an unrelated medical call for an unconscious person near Lincoln Street. Firefighters investigated and later confirmed the scene was under control, with all units returning to service.

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South Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
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