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Heard on: Needham Fire Operations · 1/15/2026 06:38 PM
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Engine two, Tom.
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Answering engine two.
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Suspected burning odor investigated near Hunnewell St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible burning rubber smell near Hunnewell Street in Needham. The odor appeared to come from the basement of a three-story apartment building. After investigation, nothing visible was found and no safety issues were reported.

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Hunnewell St, Needham, MA 02494
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