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False fire alarm triggered by basement work

Heard on: Essex NJ Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Yeah, there's painters working in the basement and it set off the alarm.
audio iconFire & Arson
School St, Newark, NJ 07103
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As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible false fire alarm occurred at an older school on School Street in Newark. Painters working in the basement reportedly activated the alarm, and maintenance personnel reset it upon arrival. No injuries or damage were reported.

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