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Otsego resident describes Dec. 23 blaze near his home, seeks fire-department update
City of Otsego City Council · January 13, 2026
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Summary
Resident David Swaab told the City of Otsego council that a Dec. 23 fire gutted one unit near his driveway, that neighboring units suffered smoke and broken glass, and asked when the city fire department will be operational; the mayor invited him to a public safety meeting for an update.
David Swaab, a resident who gave his address as 16135 71st Lane Northeast, told the City of Otsego council during open forum that a Dec. 23 fire gutted one unit and damaged nearby apartments.
Swaab said he was returning from Target when he saw smoke and flames and that, from his driveway, the…
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