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Until Help Arrives

Respond to life-threatening emergencies to help save lives until first responders arrive.

Useful Resources

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Severe Traffic Disruption – Arlington Alert February 26, 2021
INCIDENT: Fire Department Activity LOCATION: 6600 Block of Lee Highway IMPACT: All lanes of Lee Hwy between N Underwood St and Washington Blvd has been reopened.
Severe Traffic Disruption – Arlington Alert February 26, 2021
INCIDENT: Fire Department Activity LOCATION: 6600 Block of Lee Highway IMPACT: One lane of WB Lee Hwy between N Underwood St and Washington Blvd has been reopened.
Severe Traffic Disruption – Arlington Alert February 26, 2021
INCIDENT: Fire Department Activity LOCATION: 6600 Block of Lee Highway IMPACT: Lee Highway closure has been extended from Washington Blvd to N Sycamore. Seek alternate routes.