False fire alarm at Midlothian complex, Richmond VA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to audible fire alarms at a three-story multifamily complex near Midlothian Turnpike. Firefighters determined that a manual pull station on the first-floor stairwell had been activated, and no fire was found. The situation was managed without incident, and normal operations resumed.
Audio|Heard on: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
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01:8
Transcript:
00:00
Regiment engine 20 is on scene.
00:02
Near Midlothian Turnpike, a three-story multifamily dwelling.
00:08
Audible alarms sounding; command investigating at the hydrant side of complex if needed.
00:23
(name withheld), copy. Engine 20 on scene.
00:25
Three-story multi-family building with audible alarms sounding.
00:28
Command will be investigating near the hydrant and complex if needed.
00:47
It's a pull station on the first-floor stairwell.
00:53
No signs of fire, just smoke.
00:55
Engine 20 can handle.
00:56
Release truck.
01:03
Pull station activated on the first-floor stairwell.
01:05
Engine 20 to handle.
01:06
Truck 8 return to service.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Midlothian Tpke, Richmond, VA 23224
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