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False alarm at high school caused by burnt popcorn

Heard on: Rock and Surrounding Area Fire Departments
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Engine 814, engine 815, and battalion 8 respond to (number withheld) South Randall Avenue for a commercial fire alarm.
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S Randall Ave, Janesville, WI 53545
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a commercial fire alarm near South Randall Avenue, close to Oakland Avenue and Senior Drive. The situation was found to be a false alarm due to burnt popcorn inside Craig High School. The alarm was reset and all units cleared the scene.

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