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Heard on: Polk IA Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 07:32 AM
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Ladder 215, engine 220, fire alarm near Westown Parkway, Century One building.
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Ladder 215, engine 220, fire alarm near Westown Parkway, Century One building.
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Fire alarm sounds near Westown Parkway office building

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible alarm activation at the Century One building near Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. The location was described as being between 20th and 25th Streets. Units were directed to use TAC 5 radio channel for coordination.

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Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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