Fire Alarm Response at Kimball Transfer Facility, Summit County

Summary: Fire departments in Summit County, Ohio, responded to a fire alarm at the Kimball Transfer facility located at 8500 Chamberlain Road. The alarm was reported in the 215 zone, which is a state maintenance shop and a large waste transfer station. Multiple units, including Station 1, Tower 1, and Engine 2, were dispatched. Upon arrival, crews encountered difficulties accessing the facility due to locked gates, but eventually coordinated with maintenance and facility personnel to gain entry. Firefighters investigated the source of the alarm, including water flow alarms, but found no active fire or water flow. The alarm system continued to trigger, and units worked with the alarm company and facility staff to resolve the issue. After thorough checks and coordination, units were released and returned to service.