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Fire alarms in seven of the estate's eight blocks had been turned off, the committee's counsel said in opening remarks.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Fire alarms ring through an otherwise empty hallway decorated with student artwork and St. Patrick’s Day projects.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2023

Fire alarms sounded and the arena was cleared out about an hour after No. 2 Arizona’s 89-61 win.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2022

Fire alarms in the building went off immediately, but false alarms were routine, and many residents said they had become accustomed to ignoring them.

From New York Times • Jan. 10, 2022

Fire alarms at the San Gabriel Mission rang around 4 a.m.

From Washington Times • Jul. 11, 2020