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Heard on: Berks PA Fire-Tac Group Calls · 1/18/2026 03:00 PM
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Berks Engine 81, responding near Elm Street.
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Engine 81, you're responding near Elm Street.
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Fire crews check odor of burning near Elm St
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a residence near Elm Street in Wernersville for a possible burning odor inside the building. The power was out and the residents had evacuated. No visible smoke or fire was found, but an odor consistent with something burning was detected, possibly from the kitchen. Fire units and police remained on scene to investigate.