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Burnt food in microwave causes smoke odor call

Heard on: Washington DC District of Columbia Fire-Tac Group Calls
01:07
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Local alarm engines ten, eight, and 18 , truck 13 , battalion three, and my ADA responding for an odor of smoke at (number withheld) 20th Street NE, across from Rosedale.
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20th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Fire crews responded to reports of a smoke odor at a residential building near 20th Street NE across from Rosedale. On arrival, they found a two-story building with no visible fire. Inside, they discovered burnt food in a microwave and confirmed there was no fire spread beyond the appliance. Some units remained to ventilate the area while others were released. Police were requested to assist with the door.

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