Fire alarm sounds in science center basement, Richmond VA


Dispatch audio reporting a fire alarm at 138 University of Richmond Drive, in the basement of the science center. Fire units are on scene; no smoke or flames are seen and they are checking a possible smoke detector activation.
Audio|Source: Richmond City Fire Dispatch
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Transcript:
Engine 19 and truck 7. Fire alarm[1]. 138, University of Richmond Drive. Engine 19 and truck 7. Fire alarm. 138, University of Richmond Drive. Cross streets are Richmond Way and West Hampton Way. On, TAC Channel 2. Timeout, 313. Show all companies around to 138 University of Richmond drive for the fire alarm smoke detector. You're complaining there is a fire alarm going off in the basement. In the science center, no smoke or flames are visible. Strong all companies are around 0350.
Engine 19 and truck 7. Fire alarm[1]. 138, University of Richmond Drive. Engine 19 and truck 7. Fire alarm. 138, University of Richmond Drive. Cross streets are Richmond Way and West Hampton Way. On, TAC Channel 2. Timeout, 313. Show all companies around to 138 University of Richmond drive for the fire alarm smoke detector. You're complaining there is a fire alarm going off in the basement. In the science center, no smoke or flames are visible. Strong all companies are around 0350.
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Fire alarm: Fire Alarm
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Location mentioned:
Near Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173
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