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False fire alarm at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Heard on: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
03:08
00:00
Engine 16, engine 14, truck 3, and battalion 2.
audio iconFire & Arson
Melrose Ave, Richmond, VA 23227
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Fire crews were sent to a fire alarm at the Belk Center at Union Presbyterian Seminary on Melrose Avenue. The alarm company reported that the keyholder gave the correct passcode and asked to cancel the response. Units arriving at the scene found no smoke or fire. It was determined the alarm was set off accidentally while someone was cleaning a grill in the kitchen. The alarm was reset and all units returned to service.

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