Propane tank leak suspected near house in Fort Morgan, Fort Morgan CO


Residents near County Road 14 report a strong propane smell from a tank behind their house. They notice bubbling on the tank cap and suspect a leak. The propane company is unresponsive. Residents have been advised to evacuate the area.
Audio|Source: Morgan County Sheriff, Police, Fire and EMS
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City units Fort Morgan area, Fort Morgan Fire Department.
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Near County Road 14.
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There is a strong smell coming from a propane tank and they are worried it is leaking.
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They contacted the propane company, but they are not answering the phone.
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The tank is located behind the house.
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The cap is on, but it seems to be bubbling.
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Near County Road 14.
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Go to Chelseams with Morgan Mac. 1640
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Car 52.
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Copy up then out.
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Car 52, 1640.
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For a fire investigation, some of a party stated that they believe their propane tank is leaking. They say that the cap is on, however it is bubbling, and it is next to the house.
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They were advised to evacuate. It is not known if they evacuated. They attempted to call their propane company, but they are not answering.
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Location mentioned:
Near Co Rd 14, Fort Morgan, CO 80701
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