Gas Odor Investigation at 8723 H-Head Lane, Howard County

Summary: Howard County emergency services responded to a report of a gas odor at a condominium unit located at 8723 H-Head Lane, unit 11. Homeowners reported smelling gas upon returning home and indicated the presence of gas appliances and that the heat had just been turned on for the first time that season. Multiple fire and EMS units were dispatched. Upon investigation, responders found the source of the odor to be a stovetop left on, with no evidence of a gas leak or need for further intervention by the gas company or maintenance. The building was ventilated, and no forced entry or injuries occurred. The incident was resolved without escalation.