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Heard on: Bluffton Township and Hilton Head Fire · 1/16/2026 03:12 AM
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Engine 300 and thirty-eight, engine 300 and thirty-five respond to a fire alarm at the Palmetto's assisted living facility, (number withheld) and thirty-five Oak Creek Highway, cross street of Davis Road.
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Fire alarm triggered at assisted living facility

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible alarm activation at an assisted living facility near Okatie Highway in Bluffton. Multiple engines were dispatched after an initial fire alarm and a follow-up activation were reported, but the second unit was later canceled when conditions appeared under control. There were no reports of injury or confirmed fire at the time.

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Okatie Hwy, Bluffton, SC 29909
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