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False fire alarm on West Eighth StreetPlainfield NJ

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audio iconFire & Arson
W 8th St, Plainfield, NJ

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible alarm issue near West Eighth Street in Plainfield. There were no signs of smoke or active fire. The scene was secured after confirming an alarm system malfunction in a crawl space. A building violation will be issued, and the situation was brought under control.

Audio|Heard on: Union NJ Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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01:13
Transcript:
00:00
Hey, that's three to command west.
00:05
Received a check three.
00:10
Command for truck, all the vehicles checked.
00:12
No signs of smoke or fire.
00:13
I believe this is under control.
00:18
Received truck.
00:19
Please advise personnel on site.
00:26
Central from West Eighth Street Command.
00:30
Command, go ahead with your message.
00:35
Put the scene under control at this location.
00:38
We have an ongoing issue with the alarm system in the crawl space.
00:42
Custodian on site will be advised.
00:44
Violation will be issued.
00:46
Command is remaining in control.
00:48
Both ball, 2nd new company clear from scene.
00:51
Transfer command to Engine Three.
00:54
Bye.
00:55
Engine Three to third floor.
01:02
Engine three and any other landing units clear and available, command is terminated from Auburn school.
01:10
Ten four, plan available at 805.

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W 8th St, Plainfield, NJ

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