TBS Today, June 9
Berkeley police have asked for help to determine who set the city's animal shelter on fire over the weekend.
Security footage revealed that someone broke a window at the shelter Saturday night before the fire, police told us.
Here's what we know so far.
Berkeley Animal Shelter fire was intentional, police say
“Information provided by community members may be critical to advancing the investigation,” Berkeley police said Tuesday.
Emilie Raguso
Red Flag warning issued for Berkeley, East Bay Hills
Berkeley residents who live in “high-risk areas” should prepare for evacuation, the city said Tuesday afternoon.
Emilie Raguso
Berkeley Animal Shelter to stay closed for at least 3 weeks
“The fire rendered the building temporarily unsafe for people (smoke damage in staff areas) or animals (sprinkler system down),” the city said.
Emilie Raguso
In other news: City Council tonight
The Berkeley City Council meets tonight, June 9. Check out the agenda and learn how to tune in remotely.
Parking violation fee hikes, plans to select the city's next director of police accountability and the upcoming budget vote may all provide interesting fodder for discussion (not to mention the 911 center revamp).
The Scanner plans to attend.
In case you missed it
Berkeley Animal Shelter fire under investigation
Update: As of Monday, the city said it had no estimate as to when the shelter would re-open to the public.
Emilie Raguso
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