Gas meter leak causes evacuation in Exeter Township, Reading PA


A gas meter leak near Winchester Court in Exeter Township led to a hazardous materials emergency and evacuation of residents.
Audio|Source: Berks County Fire and EMS - Digital
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Exeter Township, near Winchester Ct between Winfield Road and Warwick Court for Hazmat[1]. Station 25, Engine Tanker 25. Exeter Township, near Winchester Ct between Winfield Road and Warwick Court for Hazmat. Leak from the meter[2], 1317. First, many five, six, everyone's on paper. My defense is zero one on the scene 1318. The court was easy, I know, fine. Leak from the meter, everyone's evacuated. Tiger 25 is in reference 18.
Exeter Township, near Winchester Ct between Winfield Road and Warwick Court for Hazmat[1]. Station 25, Engine Tanker 25. Exeter Township, near Winchester Ct between Winfield Road and Warwick Court for Hazmat. Leak from the meter[2], 1317. First, many five, six, everyone's on paper. My defense is zero one on the scene 1318. The court was easy, I know, fine. Leak from the meter, everyone's evacuated. Tiger 25 is in reference 18.
Police codes explained
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[1]
Hazmat: Hazardous Materials Incident
[2]
Leak from the meter: Gas Leak
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Location mentioned:
Near Winchester Ct, Reading, PA 19606
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