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Reported gas leak traced to water heater thermostat

Heard on: Howard MD Fire-Tac Group Calls
03:05
00:00
Engine 91, engine 121, engine 22, truck 2,
audio iconFire & Arson
Talbot Dr, Ilchester, MD 21043
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Fire crews responded to a reported gas leak at a townhome on Talbot Drive after the caller smelled gas and residents evacuated. Firefighters inspected the building, including the exterior and garage. They found no gas leak but did detect a light burning smell. The source was identified as the hot water heater thermostat, and other units were released while one engine stayed to complete the investigation.

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