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Fire alarm triggered by appliance use at dorm

Heard on: Coles County Fire, EMS and EMA
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Charleston Fire, we have a report of an activated fire alarm at McKinney Hall.
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McKinney Hall, Charleston, IL 61920
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated alarm at McKinney Hall in Charleston. A caller from a dorm room reported the alarm was likely triggered by a roommate using a hair appliance. No fire or ongoing danger was observed.

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