Fire crews check possible fire at strip mall, Columbia SC
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters from Columbia Central Engine 33 responded to a possible fire at a strip mall along Forest Drive. On arrival, there was no visible smoke or flames from the exterior. Crews began investigating the situation and established command at the site, believed to involve the Family Fun Zone or Flip Factory area.
Audio|Heard on: Lexington SC Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:32
Transcript:
00:00
Columbia Central Engine 33 is on scene.
00:02
Large strip mall commercial building, nothing showing from exterior.
00:07
Got a hydrant within the facility if we need one.
00:09
Engine 33 investigating, establishing Forest Drive Command.
00:14
Copy 1922.
00:17
Columbia Central Forest Drive Command?
00:20
I come in.
00:22
Yes, ma'am.
00:23
Did this come in as the Flip Factory?
00:27
Listed under Family Fun Zone.
00:31
Copy, thank you.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Forest Dr Unit 110a, Columbia, SC 29206
This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.
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