Smoke Detector Activation and Evacuation at Chen's Restaurant, 122 East Broadway
Source: Pelham Fire and EMS
Hillsborough County, NH, USA
Summary: Fire and EMS units responded to a smoke detector activation at Chen's Restaurant, located at 122 East Broadway. Multiple apparatus, including Engine 1, Ladder 4, Ladder 3, and Car 1, were dispatched. Upon arrival, crews found a medium, two-story commercial restaurant with no visible smoke or fire, but with alarms sounding and evacuation in progress. The incident was managed with an offensive strategy, focusing on the first floor bar area and the walkout basement accessible from the Charlie side. Investigation found no hazardous conditions, and the situation was brought under control. All companies were released and returned to service.