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Heard on: New Bedford Police, Fire and EMS · 1/16/2026 08:57 PM
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Fire alarm dispatching.
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Minor three, engine 16 to two.
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Gas odor investigated at apartment building

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible gas odor at an apartment complex on Ruth Street in New Bedford. Firefighters found that a stove had been left partially on, but there was no active fire or hazardous gas levels detected. The situation was secured without injuries.

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Ruth St, New Bedford, MA 02744
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