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Heat detector alarm triggers response at university dorm, Gainesville FL

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Murphree Hall, 110 Fletcher Dr, Gainesville, FL 32603

A heat detector alarm was triggered at Murphree Hall, a university dormitory building, leading to fire and police units responding. There is no confirmation of fire or visible danger at this time.

Audio|Source: Gainesville Police and Alachua Fire
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Transcript:
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Power one engine, one engine four district ones, show your responding high life hazard alarm.
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Murphree Hall, 110 Fletcher Dr, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA.
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Murphree Hall, 110 Fletcher Dr, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA.
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Called in by UPB. UPD is also en route.
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Reference the heat temperature detector alarm for a multifamily building the dorms.

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Location mentioned:
Murphree Hall, 110 Fletcher Dr, Gainesville, FL 32603

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Incident Timeline

  1. Alarm Reset and Incident Closed
  2. Investigation Finds No Hazards
  3. Fire Units Arrive and Assume Command
  4. Alarm Reported at Murphy Hall

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