Disclaimer
CrimeRadar content is provided for situational awareness purposes only and does not constitute an official report, record, verified account, or legal determination.
Audio is sourced from publicly accessible public-safety dispatch communications. Transcripts, headlines, and summaries are generated by automated systems based on this audio. Users should rely on official sources for verified information.
By clicking continue, I agree I have read and understand the above and agree to these terms and conditions.

Brush fire causes heavy smoke near railroad avenue, Rutherfordton NC

Please note:
This is not an official report. The headline and summary are generated by automated AI systems from public-safety dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.

audio iconFire & Arson
Railroad Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

According to the dispatch call, a caller reported heavy smoke near Railroad Avenue in Rutherfordton. There were no visible flames, and the smoke was possibly caused by a brush fire.

Audio|Heard on: Rutherford County Sheriff, Fire and EMS
Listen to dispatch call
02:3
Transcript:
00:00
Central to 609 and 613, just through 1014, we're dispatching your fire department in the area of 12 or reference a smoke report.
00:14
1040. Civil.
00:24
Station 26.
00:26
Respond to smoke report near Railroad Avenue.
00:31
Station 26, respond to smoke report near Railroad Avenue in Rutherfordton.
00:39
Trail aboard.
00:40
Cross streets are Green Street and Southern Street.
00:44
In Charlie 7, I'll cut that 28 whenever you're prepared.
00:48
Go ahead, with it?
00:49
129, Central.
00:52
129.
00:54
104. It's coming back on in 2000, Chevrolet Sororado, Toyota, Dakota, Atkins, Georgia Street, valid, negative.
01:00
Also, R is valid native.
01:02
That subject was asleep in his van.
01:05
He advised he's 104.
01:06
He's calling his wife now and I'll let her know that he's okay.
01:09
I'll be tonight.
01:11
Good.
01:13
Charlie 7.10. Tonight.
01:15
Charlie 7.104.003.
01:22
912, copy on C, 0-037.
01:30
2016 in Central.
01:35
26 AM.
01:39
Central Warner out.
01:45
In 2610, 104-037, in 2016, the caller stated there was heavy smoke on the north end of Railroad Avenue, the area of drill aboard.
01:54
Most he does not see flames from anywhere.
01:57
I'm sure what's coming from, possibly a brush fire's what the caller, cause it smells like.
02:02
C-A-4.

Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.

Location mentioned:
Railroad Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.

Correct
Incorrect

Note:
Auto-generated from live dispatch audio, which may contain errors. Dispatch calls are not confirmed incidents. Always verify with official sources.

Share This Information

Recent Fire & Arson Incidents in Rutherfordton, NC

Explore the dispatch alert map for more.