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Heard on: Middlesex NJ Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/16/2026 08:35 AM
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Brunswick Fire Department, near Howell Lane for a fire alarm.
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New Brunswick Fire Department, near Howell Lane for a fire alarm.
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Cooking smoke triggers fire alarm in New Brunswick

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm at a building near Howell Lane in New Brunswick. Initial reports indicated a possible fire, but it was later confirmed to be smoke from cooking. No active fire was found, and all responding units were released.

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How Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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