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Fire crews handle alarm malfunction near Hioaks Rd

Heard on: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
01:25
00:00
Engine 23, engine 20, truck 9, battalion 4, fire alarm (number withheld) High Oaks Road, apartment (number withheld).
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Hioaks Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a possible alarm issue at an apartment building on Hioaks Road in Richmond. After investigation, crews confirmed it was a malfunctioning smoke detector. All other units were cleared and one engine remained to complete the check.

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