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Nursing home briefly evacuated when sprinkler system malfunctions

JEFFERSON HILLS, Pa. — A nursing home in Jefferson Hills was evacuated briefly Saturday morning when a sprinkler system malfunctioned, officials said.

The malfunction was reported about 10 a.m. at Jefferson Hills Manor on Old Clairton Road.

Jefferson Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Brian Chalfant said water went from the second floor down to the first floor.

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“The staff here did an excellent job prior to our arrival, had everybody evacuated. We were able to secure the water system,” Chalfant said.

All patients were safe and the facility remained open.

 
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