Gasoline poured in yard to kill bees; strong odor reported, Ruther Glen VA


A resident poured gasoline into a hole in her yard to kill bees, causing a strong gasoline smell that made her feel unwell. She stayed outside waiting for fire and emergency personnel to check the area for safety.
Audio|Source: Caroline County Fire and Rescue
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Transcript:
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Engine 10. Respond to Public Service[1].
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At near Shannon Ln.
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Cross streets are Shannon Mill Drive.
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Respond on firetack 2.
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Timeout 2144.
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You're going to wrap.
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Engine 10, I have been around at 2147.
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You're going to responding to near Shannon Ln.
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Cross-street through Shannon Mill Drive and Shannon Lane for public service.
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The homeowner advised that she poured a half gallon of gasoline in a hole in the yard to kill bees, and now she cannot go back into the house due to the smell.
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She would like you to check it out. She's going to be waiting outside due to having a headache from the smell. She did refuse rescue.
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2148.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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Public Service: Non-emergency assistance request (e.g., welfare check or assist the public)
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Location mentioned:
Near Shannon Ln, Ruther Glen, VA 22546
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