Carbon monoxide alarm caused by closed fireplace flue, Avon CT
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Fire & ArsonThe fire department responded to a carbon monoxide alarm caused by a closed fireplace flue, which filled the home with smoke. The resident has ventilated the home and requested assistance and testing of the alarm.
Audio|Heard on: Avon Fire Department
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Transcript:
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CO alarm activation, near Huckleberry Hill Road.
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CO alarm activation, near Huckleberry Hill Road.
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Resident forgot to open the flue in the fireplace while having a fire,
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home filled with smoke.
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She has since been able to ventilate the area with windows and doors.
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The alarms were activated but have since cleared.
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Resident is requesting assistance and testing of the CO alarm.
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Base One's responding.
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Location mentioned:
Huckleberry Hill Rd, Avon, CT 06001
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