Crime & Safety

2 Dogs Rescued From Union City House Fire

Construction work was being done at the home, according to the fire department.

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This Union City fire was reported at 11 a.m. Thursday. (Alameda County Fire Dept.)
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Two small dogs were rescued from the home. (Alameda County Fire Dept.)
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One of the dogs was extremely unhappy and let everyone know about it. (Alameda County Fire Dept.)
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After the flames were out. (Alameda County Fire Dept.)

UNION CITY, CA — Two dogs had to be rescued from a fire in Union City Thursday morning. Their humans weren't home when the fire broke out. No injuries were reported.

Alameda County firefighters received the call at 11:02 a.m. in the 1200 block of F Street.

The 1-alarm fire started on the second floor and extended to the attic. According to firefighters, "Vertical ventilation was needed and assisted in a quick knock down."

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The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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