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Heard on: Rockford Fire Department · 1 day ago
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Engine four and ladder five, respond to automatic alarm near Highcrest Rd.
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Engine one, respond to six person alpha near Fleetwood Dr.
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Fire crews check alarm at nursing home

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an automatic alarm near Highcrest Rd at a single-story nursing home. On arrival, crews found no fire visible and proceeded to investigate. The alarm had reportedly triggered multiple times previously and had recently been tested. A medical call around the same time involved a seventy-five-year-old man who appeared to be choking and experiencing back pain. The scene was investigated, and no visible fire was found.

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Highcrest Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
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