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False fire alarm caused by construction near Staples Mill Rd

Heard on: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
03:19
00:00
Engine 18, engine 19, truck 6, and battalion 2.
audio iconFire & Arson
Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23230
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a three-story office building near Staples Mill Road in Richmond. Upon investigation, the alarm was confirmed to be false, triggered by ongoing construction work. The call was cleared and all units returned to service.

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