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Fire crews investigate gas odor near Fairmount Ave
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As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire units responded to a possible gas leak inside a mixed-use building near Fairmount Avenue in Richmond. Responders reported a strong gas smell that had been present for two days and was growing stronger. Battalion 1 established command at the scene with no visible fire or smoke upon arrival. A secondary smoke investigation also occurred near Orcutt Lane, where smoke was reportedly seen rising from the ground.