Melted extension cord found in apartment fire response, Wallington NJ
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Fire & ArsonAccording to the dispatch call, emergency units responded to an apartment in Wallington, NJ, for an electrical issue caused by a melted extension cord used for heating. The tenant was advised not to use extension cords for heating devices.
Audio|Heard on: Wallington Fire Dept & Mutual Aid
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Transcript:
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I think some members of the agencies going forward.
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We check apartment.
00:05
Electrical extension cord melted.
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No extension.
00:10
We advise the tenant not to use an extension cord for a heating unit.
00:16
Can not be terminated all units be clear for this location.
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Location mentioned:
Wallington, NJ
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