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Faulty detector prompts fire alarm at Howe Village

Heard on: Southbridge and Area Fire Departments
01:09
00:00
Fire alarm.
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MA-9, Massachusetts
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to an apparent dwelling fire alarm along Route 9 East in Howe Village. Crews investigated a single-story home and determined the alarm was caused by a faulty smoke detector, with no hazardous readings found. The homeowner planned to replace the device.

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