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Fire crews handle illegal burn near Elmhurst AveLouisville KY

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audio iconFire & Arson
Elmhurst Ave, Louisville, KY 40216

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire near Dyer and Elmhurst Avenue. On arrival, they found smoke coming from the backyard of a property. The situation was later determined to be an illegal burn, and no injuries or damage were reported.

Audio|Heard on: Jefferson KY Fire-Talk Group Calls
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01:26
Transcript:
00:00
Engine 136, Battalion 988, 87, and 82 responding to a possible structure fire near Dyer and Elmhurst.
00:08
Caller was unsure of what is burning, possibly a house under construction.
00:16
No exact address known.
00:20
Chief 7 responded.
00:26
Timing noted in logs.
00:33
Communication exchange recorded.
00:36
Clarification requested.
00:38
Further time noted.
00:46
Battalion 87 on scene.
00:48
Near Elmhurst Ave.
00:51
Nothing showing from the main structure.
00:53
Some smoke showing from the backyard.
00:57
Engine 90 on scene.
01:00
Engine confirmed.
01:02
Battalion 87 confirming on scene.
01:07
Smoke visible in the backyard near Elmhurst.
01:12
Determined to be an illegal burn.
01:14
Engine 90, all okay.
01:15
Everyone reported safe.
01:18
Battalion and engine clear from the scene.

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Elmhurst Ave, Louisville, KY 40216

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