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Heard on: Paterson Fire 1 and 2 · 1/2/2026 04:14 PM
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Attention, Engine Five, Engine One, Engine Four, Engine Three, Ladder Three, Ladder One, Rescue Two, Battalion Two, Battalion Three, Rec Unit and Fire Investigator.
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You responded to near East 23rd Street.
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Defective furnace causes smoke near East 23rd St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Paterson responded to a possible structure fire near East 23rd Street. Upon investigation, they found the smoke source was a defective furnace in the basement. The malfunctioning furnace was secured, and no visible fire damage was reported. All units later returned to service.

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E 23rd St, Paterson, NJ 07514
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