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Fire alarm activation in a closed area investigated by fire crews; no smoke or fire found. Cause determined to be a burnt paper plate in a trash can from a microwave. System reset and cleared.

Heard on: Berks PA Fire-Tac Group Calls
01:51
00:00
Captain 85 from backup.
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Madison Ave, Reading, PA 19601

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Fire & Arson reported near Madison Ave, Reading, PA 19601 on Feb 16, 2026, 8:35 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, fire alarm activation in a closed area investigated by fire crews; no smoke or fire found. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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