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Heard on: Contra Costa County Fire - Central · 1/14/2026 04:58 AM
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Engine 15, respond for commercial fire alarm at the BART substation (number withheld) Circle Creek Drive, cross of Ortega Avenue.
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For BART Central Control, there's a fire alarm going off.
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Fire crews respond to substation fire near Ortega Ave

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As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire engines and rescue units were dispatched to a possible commercial structure fire at a BART substation near Circle Creek Drive and Ortega Avenue in Lafayette. Smoke was seen coming from several sides of the two-story facility. Utility crews worked to cut power, and nearby freeway ramps were temporarily closed for safety. The incident appeared to be contained with assistance from multiple fire teams.

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Circle Creek Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
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