Fire department investigates fire alarm on 73rd Avenue, Hyattsville MD


The fire department was dispatched to investigate a fire alarm at a location near 73rd Avenue and Varnham Street.
Audio|Source: Prince George's County Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
Local alarm[3], near 73rd Avenue, cross street near Varnham Street. Investigation 2, box area 30-03[1], engine 828B, respond on, Talk Group 8 Alpha 1[2].
Local alarm[3], near 73rd Avenue, cross street near Varnham Street. Investigation 2, box area 30-03[1], engine 828B, respond on, Talk Group 8 Alpha 1[2].
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
box area 30-03: Geographic fire/EMS box area identifier for dispatching
[2]
Talk Group 8 Alpha 1: Radio talkgroup/channel designation used for operations or communications.
[3]
Local alarm: Limited initial response assignment for minor local incidents, typically involving few units or resources.
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Location mentioned:
Near 73rd Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20784
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