Fire in apartment with occupants refusing to evacuate, Hatfield PA


A fire broke out in an apartment at Hatfield Village Apartments. Occupants believe one room is fully on fire but are refusing to leave because they are searching for a cat. Maintenance staff are involved in the situation.
Audio|Source: Montgomery County Fire/EMS West - Digital
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Transcript:
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Station 17.
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Engine 14. Tower 74, rescue and engine 12.
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Fox Rescue 60, a building, Hatfield, Village apartment, 258 Maple Avenue, Box 5522A Alpha[1].
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17, engine 14,
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Cowan Rescue 74, Engine and Rescue 12, Fox Rescue, 60, a building, Department, Quebec 1, Hatfield Village apartment, 258 Maple Avenue, off Chessman Street, Bennett's Court, Box 5522A Alpha[1], Hatfield.
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191, okay.
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So far one call reporting a fire.
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They believe the room is fully involved.
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They're refusing to evacuate to try and find a cat.
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Maintenance has been involved.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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Box 5522A Alpha: Fire Box Alarm Code
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Location mentioned:
Near Maple Ave, Hatfield, PA 19440
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