Fire crews contain HVAC issue at apartment complex, Mechanicsville VA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a three-story apartment near Charles St in Mechanicsville for reports of smoke. A light haze was found in one apartment, which was traced to a malfunctioning HVAC system. Power to the unit was secured, and the scene was declared under control at 5:50 p.m.
Audio|Heard on: Hanover County Fire / EMS
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04:17
Transcript:
00:00
Four 17, four 17.
00:05
On scene at a three-story apartment complex.
00:09
Nothing unusual observed from the outside or problem side.
00:12
We'll be investigating and establishing command.
00:21
Engine 417 on scene with a three-story apartment complex, something out of the ordinary from Alpha Bravo's side.
00:28
Investigating mode and establishing command near Charles St.
00:34
Battalion 401, I'm arriving on location.
00:37
I'll be assuming command.
00:39
Engine 417 will be my investigative group.
00:47
Copy, Battalion 401 assuming command, 1743.
00:54
Unit 407 on scene, taking out the 17th line.
01:14
Entry to apartment 202.
01:16
There's a light haze inside.
01:18
No active fire.
01:24
Copy, apartment 202, light haze, no fire.
01:29
Engine 407 to assist with investigation and controlling utilities.
01:40
Command to Hanover, no power for interior, investigating.
02:38
We've secured power to the unit.
03:49
Situation under control, isolated to an HVAC unit.
03:53
Power has been isolated.
03:59
Engine 407, all others can return to service when ready.
04:09
Scene marked under control at 1750 hours.
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Location mentioned:
State Rte 1740, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
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