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Heard on: Tacoma Fire · 1/17/2026 09:49 PM
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Engine 8, channel A two BLS motor vehicle accident south (number withheld) street and South Steele Street.
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Engine 8, channel A2 BLS motor vehicle incident south (number withheld) street and South Steele Street.
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Vehicle crash near South 38th and Steele streets

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible motor vehicle accident near the intersection of South 38th Street and South Steele Street in Tacoma. The incident reportedly involved basic life support units. No further information about injuries or cause was confirmed from the initial radio communication.

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S 38th St & S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98409
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