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Burnt food triggers false alarm on Chestnut St

Heard on: Portland Fire
02:10
00:00
Engine five, five. Engine five, ladder one are on scene.
audio iconFire & Arson
Chestnut St, Portland, ME 04101
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire at an apartment building on Chestnut Street in Portland. An investigation found that the alarm was caused by burnt food at a nearby shelter, and a recall was later issued. No active fire was reported.

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