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Heard on: Jasper County Fire and EMS · 1/16/2026 03:32 AM
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Newton Fire is needed for commercial fire alarm, (number withheld) North Fourth Avenue East.
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Smoke detector by kitchen.
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Fire alarm triggers response near North Fourth Avenue East

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to a commercial building near North Fourth Avenue East in Newton following an apparent smoke detector activation in a kitchen area. Crews investigated a possible fire alarm at the location.

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N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
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