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Heard on: Westcom Fire and EMS Dispatch · 2 days ago
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Ladder 195, engine 220, fire alarm (number withheld) Ridgewood Boulevard, Ridgewood Plaza.
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Ladder 195, engine 220 , fire alarm (number withheld) Ridgewood Boulevard, Ridgewood Plaza.
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Fire crew investigates alarm at Ridgewood Plaza

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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a possible fire alarm at a commercial building on Ridgewood Drive in West Des Moines. A smoke detector appeared to have activated in a hallway near a kitchen area, prompting evacuation while crews investigated. Ladder and engine units were dispatched to check the scene and confirm the cause.

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Ridgewood Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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