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House fire in Berkley appears to be accidental, firefighters say

By Paula Wethington

Updated on: February 16, 2026 / 7:28 AM EST / CBS Detroit

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All residents are reported okay after a home was damaged by a fire Sunday in Berkley, Michigan.

Damage from a house fire Feb. 15, 2026, in Berkley, Michigan. Berkley Department of Public Safety

The Berkley Department of Public Safety led the response to the fire in the 3800 block of Oakshire Avenue, assisted by Oak Park, Beverly Hills and Huntington Woods fire departments.

The cause appears to be accidental, pending a review by the fire marshal, the Berkley Fire Department said.

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Paula Wethington

Paula Wethington is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She previously held digital content roles at NEWSnet, Gannett/USA Today network and The Monroe News in Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina.