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Heard on: Jefferson AL Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/19/2026 09:29 PM
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Engine thirty-two, forty-six, 16 , Highway (number withheld) at Target.
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Investigate general fire alarm.
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Apparent fire alarm at Target on Highway 280

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to Target along Highway 280 in Birmingham after an apparent general fire alarm was reported. Engines 32, 46, and 16 were directed to respond. No confirmation of an active fire was provided from the initial dispatch communications.

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US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242
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