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Broken sprinkler triggers alarm near East Main St

Heard on: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
02:08
00:00
Engine five, engine 13 , engine 17 , truck two, battalion one.
audio iconFire & Arson
E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an alarm at a high-rise hotel near East Main Street in Richmond. Crews found a broken sprinkler head in the lobby, causing significant water flow affecting the lower floors and basement. Maintenance personnel assisted with shutting down the sprinkler system.

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