Berkeley Fire

Berkeley man, 60, sustains serious injuries in apartment fire

A 911 caller reported "dark smoke" coming from the second-story window of the building on Colusa Avenue, BFD said.

Berkeley ceiling collapse sends woman to hospital

Update: Despite initial reports that the roof or entire building had collapsed, firefighters determined that only the ceiling was impacted.

Auditor: Whistleblower reveals unauthorized ambulance buy

The investigation highlights "gaps in communication and oversight and … the need for a clearer process" around City Council notification.

Female burn victim found in Berkeley dies at hospital

Update, March 18: The woman was identified as 59-year-old Laverne Marie Wallace of Berkeley, the coroner's office said.

Fatal Berkeley fire: Before she died, neighbors tried to help

"She's very, very alone," one longtime neighbor told The Scanner. "She's just been going downhill for a while."

Huge warehouse fire breaks out in Berkeley overnight

Firefighters reported "strange-looking flames" and possible hazardous materials at the site.

Berkeley hazmat: Shelter-in-place issued for Colusa Ave.

Update: BPD lifted the order at 4:30 p.m., writing, "The hazardous condition has been successfully mitigated."