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Heard on: Newton Police and Fire · 1/1/2026 12:21 PM
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Box (number withheld) Chester Street, Newton.
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Responses Engine Ten, Engine Seven, Ladder Two, Rescue and C Two.
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Burnt food sparks smoke alarm on Chester St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a smoke alarm activation near Chester Street in Newton. The alarm was triggered by smoke from burnt food near one of the rooms. Firefighters confirmed that there was no fire and cleared the scene after ventilation.

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Chester St, Newton, MA 02461
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