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Heard on: Outagamie County Public Safety · 1/18/2026 04:40 PM
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7741, sending you to a structure fire near West 4th Street for an apartment complex that's on fire.
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The reporting party sees smoke but no flames.
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Smoke investigation at apartment complex in Appleton

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Appleton responded to reports of a possible apartment fire near West 4th Street. Smoke was initially visible, prompting evacuation of residents. Upon investigation, firefighters determined the smoke was coming from a dryer vent and that no fire was present.

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W 4th St, Appleton, WI 54914
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