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Heard on: Champaign IL Law Dispatch Group Calls · 1/17/2026 04:15 AM
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Start for an assist fire structure fire.
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near North Walnut Street.
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Smoke investigation near North Walnut St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel assisted with a call about a possible structure fire near North Walnut Street in Champaign. Initial reports described a shed on fire close to a residence with visible smoke and flames. Responders investigated and found that the smoke was coming from an improvised chimney, not an active fire.

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N Walnut St, Champaign, IL 61820
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