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Crews investigate strong gas odor near Pear Street

Heard on: Berks PA Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Rescue one car six, you're en route (number withheld) Pear Street.
audio iconFire & Arson
Douglass St, Reading, PA 19601
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to reports of a strong gas odor spreading across multiple blocks near Pear Street in Reading. Responders traced the possible source to an oil burner at a nearby residence and conducted safety checks. No injuries were reported, and officials were investigating the situation.

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