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Sprinkler malfunction triggers fire alarm near University Ave

Heard on: Alachua FL Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Responding to alarm at (number withheld) West University Ave.
audio iconFire & Arson
W University Ave ste 100, Gainesville, FL 32601
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm at an apartment complex near West University Avenue in Gainesville. The alarm was activated by a sprinkler water flow from a first-floor fire pump room. Upon investigation, responders found a broken sprinkler head in the parking garage and determined no fire was present. Units cleared after verifying there was no ongoing hazard.

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