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Heard on: Alameda CA Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/12/2026 08:46 PM
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Engine five, truck two, and battalion eight, respond to commercial fire alarm near Center Street, Residence Inn by Marriott.
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Cross streets are Calderwood Highway and Oxford Street, West Crescent Drive.
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Fire alarm checked at downtown hotel

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Berkeley responded to a commercial fire alarm at a downtown hotel near Center Street. Alarm originated from the 12th floor smoke detector, with reports indicating no visible smoke or flames. The situation was checked, and truck response was later canceled.

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Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704
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