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The Utica Fire Department has determined the causes of two fires that happened earlier this week.

Utica firefighters were called to a report of a building collapse on Sunset Avenue in Utica this morning.

Long-time Utica Fire Chief Russ Brooks will be honored this evening at a public rally. Organizers say the purpose of this rally is to show support for the displaced Brooks and thank him for his 42 years of service to the department and his participating in the recovery efforts on 9/11.

The Utice Fire Department wants to make the public aware that they will be testing hydrants in the city starting Monday, May 20th, 2017.

Utica 4th Ward Councilman Joe Marino had harsh words for Mayor Rob Palmieri on Friday night after the news broke that Fire Chief Russell Brooks had been forced to temporarily step down from his official duties.

Utica Fire Chief Russell Brooks has been placed on "nondisciplinary leave.”

The Oneida County Office Building had to be evacuated today after a fire alarm was activated.

Utica fire officials are investigating the cause of an early morning fire that has claimed the life of one man and his dog.

The Utica Fire Department's Sunset Avenue firehouse is now operating with Advanced Life Support capabilities.

Utica fire investigators say the cause of Tuesday's fire on Dudley Avenue was "accidental."