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Heard on: Rutherford County Sheriff, Fire and EMS · 1/16/2026 07:57 AM
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Stations 28, 26, 27, and 23, respond to structure fire near Weeks Road.
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Stations 28, 26, 27, and 23 respond to structure fire in Rutherfordton.
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Fire crews respond to possible kitchen blaze in Rutherfordton

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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters and Medic One were dispatched to a possible structure fire near Weeks Road in Rutherfordton. The fire was possibly electrical in nature, originating in a kitchen outlet that was reported to be smoking. Multiple fire stations responded to the scene.

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Weeks Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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