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Heard on: Murphysboro Police Fire and Emergency Management · 1/14/2026 11:40 AM
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Central Makanda Fire, Central Makanda Fire, this report to near Makanda Road.
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Near Makanda Road for a report of a large limb on a power line that is also covering part of the roadway.
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Tree limb causes road hazard near Makanda post office

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department personnel responded to a possible roadway obstruction near the Makanda post office. A large tree limb had fallen onto a power line and was partially blocking the street, creating a safety hazard. The power company was to be notified for assistance.

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Makanda Rd, Makanda, IL 62958
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