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Heard on: New Bedford Fire · 1/20/2026 06:54 AM
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Fire alarm dispatching.
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Ladder three, engine one, engine six, unit two to near Sidney Street.
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Fire alarm at Sidney St found to be false
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As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a possible fire alarm near Sidney Street in New Bedford. Smoke was initially reported from the rear of the second floor. Upon investigation, crews determined the alarm was activated due to smoking and no fire was present. Units Ladder 3, Engine 1, Engine 6, and Unit 2 were on scene, and the fire department canceled after confirming no hazard.