Gas odor investigated near Oakland Ave, Plainfield NJ
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and gas company personnel responded to a possible natural gas odor near Oakland Avenue in Plainfield, New Jersey. Crews investigated the source and reported no gas levels upon entry and in the basement. Readings from nearby storm drains were also checked and found to be safe.
Audio|Heard on: Union NJ Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
Central Fire Department, respond near Oakland Avenue.
00:04
That’s near Oakland Avenue for a smell of natural gas outside.
00:10
Caller states they are uncertain where it’s coming from.
00:13
Cross streets are Prospect Avenue and Mayfair Way.
00:29
Have the gas company respond to that location as well.
00:36
The fire department will be advised that the gas company has a second route at this time.
00:51
Special truck three respond, Oakland Ave from station seven.
01:00
Engine four and truck three responding near Oakland Avenue.
01:13
Station from Engine four, responding for an odor outside.
01:42
Received, we have an odor in the area.
02:08
Finding odor inside the structure.
02:13
Received readings from the storm drain.
02:48
Got zero readings upon entry and in the basement area.
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Location mentioned:
Oakland Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
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