False alarm caused by low smoke detector battery, Passaic NJ


Fire department responded to a smoke detector alarm near Chestnut St in Wayne Township. After checking with multiple meters, they found no fire or gas hazard. The alarm was due to a low battery in the smoke detector and residents were advised to replace the batteries.
Audio|Source: Wayne Township EMS & Fire
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Transcript:
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10-04. C-5 is on the scene, near Chestnut St.
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I got a two-story type 5-0-0 visible from the exterior of the investigating, establishing command.
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10 of the 6.
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Tower three was fine with one.
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Ten o-third.
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Command all units, all units can return.
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Power three returning.
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10-08. I want to receive company five secure.
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Number three back and quarters, Tommy three secure.
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1013.
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Just not command of headquarters.
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This was a low battery warning.
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On the smoke detectors,
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I checked the house with multiple meters with no readings.
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They've been advised to change the batteries.
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Demands off the air, G5 is returning.
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1014.
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Location mentioned:
Near Chestnut St, Passaic, NJ 07055
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