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Heard on: Stephenson County Public Safety · 1/14/2026 09:04 AM
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Three firefighter command, fire units needed.
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(number withheld) Empire Court Apartments, (number withheld) Empire Court Apartments for a burning smell coming from the oil heaters.
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Firefighters investigate burning smell near Empire Ct

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an apparent burning smell at an apartment complex near Empire Court in Freeport. The issue may have involved an oil heater, and an occupant remained inside while responders arrived. Engine and ambulance units were dispatched as a precaution.

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Empire Ct, Freeport, IL 61032
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