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Steam mistaken for fire near Winter St

Heard on: Portland Fire
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Winter St, Portland, ME 04102
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of smoke at a residence near Winter Street in Portland. It was determined that a broken hot water pipe created steam, leading to the false alarm. Water was secured and all units returned to service after confirming there was no actual fire.

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