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Heard on: Black Hawk IA Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 10:24 AM
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10-4304, you're headed to North Star Community Services near University Avenue, crossing Shear and Hackett.
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This was called in by an alarm company for a general fire alarm.
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Fire alarm triggers response at community center

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire alarm at North Star Community Services near University Avenue after an alarm company reported a general fire alarm. Responders arrived on scene, and partial evacuation or rescue activity was noted.

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University Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
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