"The March 19 fire was a wake-up call for the community, highlighting the importance of egress planning and emergency access during such incidents."
"While UC Police Department personnel did ultimately come to open the gate, we have now shared that combination lock code with all neighbors on the street for future incidents."
On March 19, 2026, a two-alarm fire burned two homes on Olympus Avenue and Fairlawn Drive, starting from a wood pile. The fire displaced at least six residents but caused no injuries. Downed power lines and ruptured gas lines resulted from the fire. A locked gate hindered some residents' escape during the blaze, prompting Councilmember Brent Blackaby to emphasize the need for improved egress planning. The combination lock code for the gate has been shared with neighbors for future emergencies, and efforts are ongoing to enhance coordination with local agencies.
Read at www.berkeleyside.org
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]