Carbon monoxide alarm triggers evacuation at residence, Wernersville PA


A carbon monoxide alarm sounded in the basement of a residence near West Penn Avenue in Wernersville Borough. A resident reported hearing a hissing sound and evacuated the building as advised.
Audio|Source: Berks County and Reading Fire / EMS
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Wernersville Borough, near West Penn Avenue.
00:03
Carbon monoxide alarm activation reported.
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Wernersville Borough, near West Penn Avenue between Hill Road and North Wallet Street.
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Carbon monoxide alarm activation.
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Deputy 1820 Rourout.
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Deputy 182 is en route to near West Penn Avenue following a call from residents.
00:21
The carbon monoxide alarm activated in the basement.
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Resident heard a hissing sound.
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Resident advised to evacuate.
00:27
Second dispatch for carbon monoxide alarm activation near West Penn Avenue.
00:32
Rescue 18 and Ladder 18 dispatched near West Penn Avenue between Hill Road and North Walmont Street.
00:39
Carbon monoxide alarm activation.
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Location mentioned:
Near W Penn Ave, Wernersville, PA 19565
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