Crime & Safety
Hazardous Materials Incident Prompts Evacuation
Officials evacuated a building in the 2300 block of Durant Avenue while conducting the investigation.
By Bay City News—
Berkeley police and fire officials responded to a reported hazardous materials incident in the 2300 block of Durant Avenue.
The possible hazardous materials incident was first reported shortly before 4 p.m., according to Berkeley Deputy Fire Chief Avery Webb.
Police remained at the scene as of 5:30 p.m. investigating and the building was evacuated, according to police Officer Ethell Wilson.
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