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Heard on: Montgomery County Public Safety · 1/19/2026 03:24 PM
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Be advised, we've received multiple calls from patrons at the mall.
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Appears to be a possible pull station audible alarm from different stores.
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False fire alarm at mall near Planet Fitness

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a possible fire alarm activation at a mall near Planet Fitness in Christiansburg. Multiple alarms were reported, but no smoke or fire was observed. The alarm was later determined to be false, caused by a child pulling a fire alarm station. Fire and police units confirmed no emergency and cleared the scene.

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New River Rd, Christiansburg, VA 24073
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