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Sprinkler testing causes brief alarm on Nettles Dr

Heard on: Newport News Fire
04:46
00:00
Engine Six is on scene.
audio iconFire & Arson
Nettles Dr, Newport News, VA 23606
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and emergency crews responded to a possible fire at an apartment building on Nettles Drive after a faint smell of smoke and a water flow alarm were reported. The situation was later determined to be sprinkler system testing, and all additional responding units were canceled.

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