Automatic Fire Alarm at Tacoma Mall, 4502 South Steele Street

Summary: Tacoma Fire units responded to an automatic commercial fire alarm at Tacoma Mall, located at 4502 South Steele Street. Upon arrival, crews observed strobe lights flashing but did not hear any alarm sounding or see any signs of smoke or fire. Mall staff were contacted, and it was determined that the alarm was likely an accidental activation. The fire department investigated, reset the system, and placed the facility on Firewatch due to a faulty system. All units were cleared as no hazard was present.