Burnt popcorn triggers fire alarm near South Union Rd, Erie County NY
Please note:
This is not an official report. The headline and summary are generated by automated AI systems from public-safety dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.
Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm near South Union Rd. The source appeared to be burnt popcorn from a microwave. The alarm was reset, and the situation was deemed avoidable.
Audio|Heard on: Amherst and Tonawanda Police and Fire Departments
Listen to dispatch call
01:1
Transcript:
00:00
(number withheld).
00:02
And use channel two.
00:08
All Snyder units near South Union Rd, use channel two for operations.
00:15
All Snyder units near South Union Rd, use channel two for operations.
00:26
392. I'll hold with Engine 1 right now, looking to reset.
00:32
That's clear you won't hold with Engine 1 looking to reset.
00:45
Microwave with their popcorn alarm was reset.
00:49
Service in service, mark it avoidable.
00:54
Cleared microwave.
00:56
Burnt some popcorn.
00:57
Alarm's been reset.
00:59
We'll mark it avoidable. Snyder, you're back in (number withheld).
Disclaimer:
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:
S Union Rd, Amherst, NY 14221
This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.
Correct
Incorrect
Note:
Auto-generated from live dispatch audio, which may contain errors. Dispatch calls are not confirmed incidents. Always verify with official sources.
