False fire alarm caused by burnt toast, Pompano Beach FL
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire alarm at a residential building near North Course Drive in Pompano Beach. The investigation found that the smoke alarm had been triggered by burnt toast, and the incident was confirmed to be accidental with no fire present.
Audio|Heard on: Broward County Fire/Rescue Dispatch
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03:40
Transcript:
00:00
5203 elevator call.
00:06
Engine 52 elevator call, near North Course Drive, Palm Aire.
00:43
Responding, caller reports their father is dehydrated.
01:36
Fire alarm in 60 alpha.
01:47
Engine 60 was just nearby because smoke was reported.
02:25
It was some burnt toast, alarm reset.
02:54
Units checked area, alarm going off at the location.
03:34
They spoke with the homeowner, given proper code, no fire.
03:39
This was an accidental alarm.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
N Course Dr building 5203, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.
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