Fire department checks alarm at vacant building


The fire department is responding to a smoke alarm that has been ringing since morning. The building is likely empty, as the back door is unlocked and the windows are open, but it is not clear if anyone is there.
Audio|Source: Porter County Public Safety
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Transcript:
His first response showing said... Could you get them a TX? Apparently they're en route for this vehicle, and you just make sure they're in now? I think it's no one. For fire, check, a smoke alarm. It's been going off since 8 a.m. The back door's unlocked, windows open. (name withheld) advising. It's unknown if anyone's inside. Alarm has been sounding all morning. 10 for Washington 30. VALP. 1-4-2. We'll disregard unless fire needs us en route when they arrive. 10-4.
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Location mentioned:
Washington St, Valparaiso, IN
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