Smoke alarm triggered at Bethel University dorm, Mishawaka IN
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Fire & ArsonAccording to the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a commercial smoke alarm at Bethel University’s Burgess Hall in Mishawaka. The alarm was reportedly triggered by dust from a contractor working inside. Most units were cleared after confirmation of no fire.
Audio|Heard on: St. Joseph IN Fire-Tac Group Calls
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00:43
Transcript:
00:00
Mishawaka companies, you’re en route to Bethel University, Burgess Hall for a commercial smoke alarm showing room 201, priority three.
00:11
Rescue 1, I believe it’s the girls’ dorms or building 47.
00:18
Clear.
00:20
Battalion one fire dispatch.
00:23
Go battalion one.
00:25
I just spoke with security.
00:27
They're advising a contractor was working nearby and some dust set off the alarm.
00:34
Sound clear. We can disregard everybody with the exception of Rescue 1.
00:37
Sounds like they’re close to being on scene.
00:41
Clear all companies with the exception of Rescue 1 to Square.
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Location mentioned:
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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