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Grease Fire at Oracle Park Contained Before Giants-Braves Game

Built-in fire suppression systems snuffed out the grease blaze before fans entered, ensuring the afternoon game began as planned.

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Overview

  • The grease fire ignited just before 10:30 a.m. in a portable concession stall still under preparation
  • Employees near the blaze self-evacuated and others were guided out by Giants staff before stadium opening
  • The SFFD clarified that only staff were evacuated, correcting an initial report of a full stadium evacuation
  • Capt. Jonathan Baxter said the park’s fire suppression system extinguished the flames swiftly without any injuries
  • Concession services resumed within minutes, demonstrating Oracle Park’s robust emergency response measures