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Fire investigation after oil heater backfire, Swarthmore PA

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Muhlenberg Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched near Muhlenberg Avenue to investigate a reported oil heater backfire. The situation was later deemed a false alarm after inspection.

Audio|Heard on: Delaware PA Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Fire company responding near Muhlenberg Avenue for a fire investigation related to an oil heater backfire.
00:11
Oil heater issue reported as false.
00:12
Please request fire company to verify.

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Location mentioned:
Muhlenberg Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

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