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Accidental fire alarm at Wheeling UniversityWheeling WV

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audio iconFire & Arson
Acker Science Center Access Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm activation at Wheeling University’s Campion McHugh Hall. Multiple alarms were triggered, but it was later confirmed to be accidental due to on-site workers. One engine was dispatched to verify the situation.

Audio|Heard on: Ohio WV Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
A fire alarm activation, near Ignatian Way, Wheeling University for Campion McHugh Hall.
00:14
Mission Engine Five, Engine Two, Ladder One, Rescue One.
00:19
C4.
00:21
Fire alarm activation.
00:23
Near Ignatian Way, Campion McHugh Hall, per the alarm company showing four general fire alarms.
00:29
Time 953, Pack Channel 2 is active.
00:38
Dispatch to C4.
00:41
Dispatch for C4.
00:46
A partner took a call from the university stating this.
00:50
There's workers there, it's accidental.
00:53
Go ahead and have one company only.
00:56
Copy, one company only Engine Two.
01:00
Do you copy?
01:02
Engine Four Squad Three on the way to headquarters.

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Location mentioned:
Acker Science Center Access Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003

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