Small brush fire near Irby Rd barn, Monroe NC
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a small brush fire behind a barn near Irby Road in Monroe. The fire covered less than an acre and was approaching the wooded area. No injuries were reported. Responders were asked to arrive quietly due to nearby horses, and no hydrant was available at the scene.
Audio|Heard on: Union NC Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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This is station twelve forestry service responding for a small brush fire.
00:04
Near Irby Road, cross streets Plyler Mill Road and Prospect Road.
00:10
Caller reported a fire in the field behind the barn.
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It's smaller than an acre but close to the wood line.
00:19
Nobody is sick or injured at this time.
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They requested a silent approach to avoid scaring the horses in the barn.
00:25
There is not a hydrant nearby.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Irby Rd, Monroe, NC 28112
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