Odor of gasoline reported in basement on Girard Avenue, West Lawn PA


Residents reported a strong smell of gasoline in the basement of a home near Girard Avenue. They were advised to leave the building as a safety precaution.
Audio|Source: Berks County and Reading Fire / EMS
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Spring Township, 2603, Dorard Avenue, Carson, Howard, Court, and Clark Avenue. Has Matt, Station 85, Station 79, Engine 85, Ladder 18. Spring Township, 2603, Gerard Avenue, Corp, and Clark Avenue. Hasman, 22, 23. First, ladder, 703.
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179 responding 2224-2603 Girard Avenue an odor of gasoline versus around 1,900 hours. Negative symptoms are staying a stronger odor in the basement. They did check the border does not appear to be malfunctioning. They did advise to evacuate.
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Location mentioned:
Near Girard Ave, West Lawn, PA 19609
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