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False alarm caused by vape smoke at mall cafe

Heard on: Albany NY Fire-Tac Group Calls
01:26
00:00
97 calls Group 5, temporary interior.
audio iconFire & Arson
Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to Crossgates Mall for a fire alarm activation at a cafe. The report indicated that smoke was observed in the basement, and the alarm reactivated multiple times. Upon investigation, the apparent cause was vapor from e‑cigarette use inside the store. Fire personnel reset and held the alarm for monitoring.

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