An early morning fire at the East Bay Media Center in Berkeley resulted in substantial damage to the nonprofit and led to the evacuation of nearby apartment residents. The fire broke out around 3 a.m., with many residents stating that their fire alarms did not sound. Instead, they were alerted by police who went door-to-door to ensure safety. While most residents were allowed back into their homes later, the surrounding areas remained cordoned off as firefighters managed the situation. Investigation into the fire's cause is ongoing.
The early morning fire at the East Bay Media Center in Berkeley forced dozens of residents from nearby apartments to evacuate, highlighting alarm system failures.
Witnesses reported that their fire alarms didn't activate, and they were alerted to evacuate by police knocking on doors in the early hours.
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