PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- The Providence Place Mall was evacuated for a short period of time on Friday evening. Battalion Chief Douglas Degnan said a fire alarm was activated by a switch in the sprinkler system, but no fire was found. People were let back in the mall afterward. NEXT: 3 injured after fire in Providence Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW