ALAMEDA COUNTY (BCN) — A fire at a San Lorenzo assisted living facility displaced eight people early Sunday morning, fire officials said.
Firefighters responded at 3:02 a.m. to the blaze in the 200 block of Lewelling Boulevard, according to the Alameda County Fire Department.
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A neighbor responded before crews arrived and contained the fire to a single room.
“The neighbor played a significant role in the outcome of the fire and did an act of great service,” Public Affairs Manager Jo Leal said.
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Crews were able to fully extinguish the fire and provide medical assistance for minor injuries to two people. One patient was transported to a nearby hospital.
Space was made at a nearby facility for all those displaced.
The fire is currently under investigation.
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