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Murcia Firefighters Halt Overnight 'Happy Birthday' Loop at Javalí Viejo School

Authorities have not confirmed whether a fault or a prank triggered the loop.

Overview

  • The song played continuously from about 11 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., according to local reporting.
  • Firefighters stopped the noise by disconnecting the school's loudspeaker system facing the patio.
  • The response followed complaints from nearby residents about the sustained disturbance.
  • No injuries or damage were reported after the five-hour playback was resolved.
  • Bomberos de Murcia later posted a light-hearted note on social media about the unusual call.