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The Croton Falls Fire Department responded to an alarm at North Salem Middle/High School Friday. (Image courtesy of CFFD)
The Croton Falls Fire Department was dispatched to North Salem Middle School / High School Friday morning in response to an alarm.
Upon arrival, CFFD chief Sean Partenio upgraded the alarm after discovering smoke in the building. Investigation revealed a faulty water heater. The building was immediately vented.
No students were in the building at the time. The North Salem Central School District was closed this week for mid-winter break and professional development days.