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DULUTH, Ga. July 31 2012– A fire that occurred at Gwinnett Medical Center-Duluth on Saturday was contained to the laundry area, although smoke was reported in the kitchen area.

The Gwinnett Daily Post reports that Gwinnett County Fire officials responded to the call within five minutes.

A hospital spokeswoman said the fire was contained quickly due to an effective sprinkler system and hospital employees who used four fire extinguishers.

Workers who helped keep the fire from spreading were evaluated in the emergency room and are in good condition. One employee was reportedly admitted for observation.

Source:11Alive.com

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