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Heard on: Carver MN Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/9/2026 09:42 PM
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Engine 12 in service and it is near the Hillside Apartments also with a lithium battery fire.
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Received, Hillside Apartments, lithium battery fire.
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Battery fire with vehicle explosions near Hillside Apartments

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As discussed during the dispatch call, watertown fire crews responded to a lithium battery fire near Hillside Apartments. Reports mentioned possible vehicle explosions. Engine 12 arrived on scene and established command. The situation appeared to involve both a structure and vehicle near the property.

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Angel Ave SW, Watertown, MN 55388
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