False fire alarm caused by microwave popcorn, Buffalo NY


A fire alarm was triggered in the nurses' break room at Mercy Hospital. After investigation, it was determined that the alarm was a false alert due to popcorn being cooked in the microwave. There was no actual fire or danger.
Audio|Source: Buffalo Police, Fire and EMS
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The fire alarm in the nurses' break room at Mercy Hospital went off but was found to be a false alarm caused by popcorn in the microwave.
The fire alarm in the nurses' break room at Mercy Hospital went off but was found to be a false alarm caused by popcorn in the microwave.
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Near Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY 14220
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