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Heard on: Santa Cruz County Fire · 1/16/2026 12:28 PM
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Engine 63, Engine 62, and Battalion 61 for a large vehicle fire in the area of northbound Highway 1 at River Street.
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You'll have Red Command and Blue Tac to 1220.
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Truck with overheated brakes near Highway 1

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to an initial report of a possible large vehicle fire on northbound Highway 1 near River Street in Santa Cruz. Upon arrival, they determined the vehicle was a semi‑truck with overheated brakes and that no fire was present. All responding units were canceled after confirming there was no active fire or hazard.

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CA-1 & River St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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