Gas leak with strong odor reported near Independence Blvd store, Matthews NC
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According to the dispatch call, a strong gas odor was detected near a retail store on Independence Boulevard in Matthews. Multiple fire and police units responded to locate the source and ensure public safety.
Audio|Heard on: Charlotte and Mecklenburg County Fire
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Transcript:
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Command Central.
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Call for Central. Call for Central.
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This location,
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we got a strong style of gas in the street in front of Kohl's and wind coals.
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Tempting to locate, we're holding with Matthews Engine 22, Matthews Engine 3, and Battalion 1.
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Central Poppies request AP, Strong gas in front of the store at the street and inside the store, holding with units currently on things.
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And you can show Matthews PD on scene as well.
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Thanks for copies.
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Matthews, Engine 3, Portable 4 to Engine 3, Portable 1.
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Yeah.
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The meter on this side of the building is acknowledgment; message received and understood.
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Do you want to have back your way?
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Acknowledgment; message received and understood. Acknowledgment; message received and understood.
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Location mentioned:
E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC 28105
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