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Heard on: Pierce WA Law Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 05:20 PM
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Fire reported on west patrol area near southbound I‑5 or westbound Highway 16 right shoulder, smoke visible.
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Brush fire near southbound I‑5

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to a possible brush or roadside fire near the southbound lanes of I‑5 or westbound Highway 16. Smoke was visible from the right shoulder, and the fire department was notified for response.

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I-5, Washington
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