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Heard on: Will and DuPage Counties Police/Fire · 1/17/2026 01:07 AM
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Central dispatch made a decision 25 to all departments.
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The Ottawa Fire Department is requesting an upgrade to the box, 2nd box alarm.
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Fire crews battle blaze near West Main St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, ottawa fire crews responded to a structure fire near West Main Street. The fire department requested an upgrade to a second alarm, with additional assistance from nearby departments. Crews were staged near Madison and Clinton as the response expanded.

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W Main St, Ottawa, IL 61350
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