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Heard on: Rutherford County Sheriff, Fire and EMS · 1/16/2026 12:19 PM
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Station 19, respond to smoke report at (number withheld) Piney Mountain Church Road.
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Station 19, respond to smoke report at (number withheld) Piney Mountain Church Road in Ellenboro.
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Possible fire near Piney Mountain Church Road

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched following reports of smoke in the area near Piney Mountain Church Road in Ellenboro. The situation involved apparent smoke sightings, possibly indicating a fire. Responders investigated multiple locations to identify the source.

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Piney Mountain Church Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040
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