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Heard on: Middlesex MA Fire Dispatch Group Calls · 1/5/2026 08:56 PM
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Box 5171 for near Massachusetts Ave.
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Fire alarm activation near Harvard Square

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire alarm activation near Massachusetts Avenue by Harvard Square. Initial reports indicated an outside pull station had been activated, prompting Engine 1, Engine 8, Ladder 1, and Division 2 to respond. After investigation, the situation was contained and later held to Engine 1 only.

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Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
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