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Burnt light ballast triggers false alarm on Washington Ave

Heard on: Hennepin MN Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Dispatch, command on Washington.
audio iconFire & Arson
N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews determined a light ballast malfunction caused a false alarm near Washington Avenue in Minneapolis. There was no smoke or fire risk, and maintenance staff were contacted to fix the issue. Security personnel remained at the scene as the alarm system was reset.

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