Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Strange Odor at 663 Shirland Road, Cumru Township
Source: Berks County Fire and EMS - Digital
High Blvd, Cumru Township, PA 19607, USA
Summary: Emergency services responded to a hazardous materials incident at 663 Shirland Road, Cumru Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania. A carbon monoxide (CO) alarm was reported to be sounding, accompanied by a strange odor in the residence. Multiple fire and EMS units, including Hazmat teams, were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, responders confirmed the CO alarm activation, detected a strange odor, and began metering the residence for hazardous gases. No smoke or fire was observed, and the homeowner had turned off the heat. Initial readings indicated a low level of carbon monoxide. The situation was managed without escalation.