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Heard on: Rochester NH Police and Fire · 1/17/2026 05:40 PM
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Fire alarm to Rochester fire respond near Charles Street for an odor non-gas.
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Fire alarm to Rochester fire respond near Charles Street for an odor non-gas.
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Fire crews investigate smoke odor near Charles St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible odor of smoke at a multi-story wood-frame building near Charles Street in Rochester, New Hampshire. The caller reported smelling smoke near basement stairs but saw no visible fire or alarms. Multiple fire units, including engines and trucks, investigated the source of the smoke. No immediate danger or visible flames were found, and responders continued their investigation to identify the cause.

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Charles St, Rochester, NH 03867
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