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Opened: Mar 17, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Description: Issue: Chronic Fire Code Violation (NFPA 72) and System Malfunction. Description: I am reporting a recurring failure of the building's central fire alarm system (Model: Fire-Lite MS-5UD). The system is frequently triggering "Trouble" and "Walk Test" signals, specifically on Zone 5 (Waterflow Control Valve). Critical Safety Observations: System Maintenance Failure: The digital display on the panel is stuck on the date 09-04-2005, indicating a dead internal memory battery and a complete lack of professional maintenance. Zone 5 Tampering: There is persistent interference with the waterflow valve/tamper switch, specifically traced to the area of Apartment 1, which is causing system-wide faults. Unsecured Equipment: The fire control panel is currently unlocked and accessible to unauthorized persons. Alarm Fatigue: Residents are now ignoring the system due to weeks of false triggers, creating a severe life-safety risk. I request an immediate inspection by Boston Fire Prevention or ISD to ensure the property owner hires a licensed fire technician to repair the Zone 5 sensor and replace the expired system batteries | Case (SR) Type: [Fire Department Issues] Referred To: [FIRE DEPARTMENT]
Location: 406 Meridian St, East Boston, Ma, 02128
42.38026, -71.03954
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