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Apparent fire alarm at Washington Street apartments

Heard on: Berks PA Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Tower two to (number withheld) Washington Street, and I'll take it.
audio iconFire & Arson
Washington St, Reading, PA 19601
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible alarm activation at an apartment building near Washington Street in Reading. The alarm originated from the eleventh floor and was traced to burnt food in one of the units. Crews ventilated the area, restored the alarm system, and cleared the scene without further incident.

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