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Heard on: Loudoun County Combined Fire Rescue · 1/16/2026 09:20 AM
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I'm on the scene.
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You have one-story educational facility.
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Smoke in school cafeteria caused by burnt food

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to smoke in a cafeteria at Waterford Elementary School near Loyalty Road. The building was temporarily evacuated while crews investigated. It was determined the smoke came from burnt food in a microwave, and no structural fire occurred. The assignment was canceled after ventilation was completed.

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Loyalty Rd, Waterford, VA 20197
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