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Heard on: Outagamie WI Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/3/2026 09:01 AM
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Responding near East College Avenue, cross streets of Drew and Union.
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It's going to be for a commercial fire alarm showing zone room 17 smoke.
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False commercial fire alarm on College Avenue

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a commercial fire alarm near East College Avenue in Appleton. The three‑story building was evacuated as a precaution. Upon investigation, the incident was determined to be a false alarm.

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E College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911
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