Fire crews respond to mall smoke incident, Albany NY
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a structure fire was reported at Crossgates Mall near the JCPenney store. Fire departments from Westmere and McKownville were dispatched after smoke was detected on the upper level of the building.
Audio|Heard on: Albany NY Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Westmere Fire Department, McKownville Fire Department, structure fire at Crossgates Mall near JCPenney. Requesting additional manpower and engine response.
00:14
Upper-level area reported.
00:17
Responding for orders; smell of smoke detected.
00:21
Incident code 14-556, 13.
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Location mentioned:
Washington Ave Ext Ste 40, Albany, NY 12203
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