Multiple suspicious fires near homeless camp in shopping area, Philadelphia PA


Reports of several suspicious fires near a homeless camp behind stores at a shopping center, with concerns about a possible device in AT&T equipment nearby.
Audio|Source: Philadelphia Fire - South Fire/South Medics
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Transcript:
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We're behind this B-Mobile and Dollar Tree near Well Boulevard shopping center.
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There's multiple suspicious fires[1] and there is an encampment in AT&T service equipment with a possible device[2].
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Okay, sir.
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And you want to dispatch a representative from AT&T to inspect their equipment where the homeless encampment is currently in place? Okay, sir, I'll get the notifications made.
Police codes explained
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suspicious fires: Possible arson or hazardous condition
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possible device: Potential threat to public safety
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Location mentioned:
Center City, Philadelphia, PA
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