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False alarm reported on South Fifth Avenue East

Heard on: Jasper County Fire and EMS
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And fires need that (number withheld) South Fifth Avenue East for a smoke alarm downstairs.
audio iconFire & Arson
South 5th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a smoke alarm activation at a location on South Fifth Avenue East in Newton. The alarm was later determined to be a test after a person on scene provided a valid passcode. No fire or hazard was present.

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