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Heard on: Westcom Fire and EMS Dispatch · 1/9/2026 05:13 AM
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Engine 611, fire alarm near North Avenue, Norwalk High School.
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Engine 611, fire alarm near North Avenue, Norwalk High School.
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False alarm at Norwalk High School

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm at Norwalk High School near North Avenue. The alarm was determined to have been set off accidentally by an elevator maintenance crew working at the school. No fire occurred, and all units returned to service after confirming the false alarm.

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North Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211
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