Fire caused by closed flue in Monroe home, Monroe CT
A homeowner started a fire in the fireplace without opening the flue, causing smoke inside the house. Residents were advised to evacuate and fire units were dispatched.
Audio|Source: Monroe Fire & EMS
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Transcript:
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Monroe dispatch on the air to Monroe Fire respond number near Georges Ln, near Cahill Rd, near Copper Mill Rd.
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Homeowner called 911 reporting. She started her fireplace, forgot to open up the flue, there is a slight smoke condition.
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They've been advised to evacuate. You're going to operate on fire round two.
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That's near Georges Ln, near Cahill Rd, near Copper Mill Rd. Time now is 2243.
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Location mentioned:
Near Georges Ln, Monroe, CT 06468
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