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Heavy smoke near 63rd and Cottage Grove from fire on 79thChicago IL

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S Cottage Grove Ave & E 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637

Heavy smoke was reported near 63rd and Cottage Grove. It is believed to be caused by a large fire on 79th Street. Fire department is investigating the source.

Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 07
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Transcript:
00:00
So it's going to be a 16-Adam at the 61.38 south Kimbark,
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but there is heavy smoking area around 63rd and Cottage Grove and it does know, like something a burning. I did like fire now, so they're going to be torn the area if they can locate the place.
00:19
How far?
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In 320, I was advised from fire up here.
00:25
There's a big fire on 79th Street, and the wind is kind of blowing. They think it might be what you guys are smelling.
00:33
I think it's kind of hard, but that's what their assumption is.

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Location mentioned:
S Cottage Grove Ave & E 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637

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Incident Timeline

  1. Ongoing Investigation and Coordination
  2. Source of Smoke Identified
  3. Incident Classified as Fire-Related
  4. Location Confirmed
  5. Male Taken Into Custody
  6. Suspicious Odor Reported

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