Odor of natural gas investigated near Avalon apartments, Newcastle WA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to the Avalon Newcastle Common Apartments in Newcastle, Washington, after a report of a strong natural gas odor near outdoor meters. Initial investigation found a faint smell limited to the exterior area near the gas piping, with no readings detected inside the building. The situation was contained to the outside and was transferred to the utility company for follow-up.
Audio|Heard on: King WA Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
02:37
Transcript:
00:00
This is going to be in front of the Avalon Newcastle Common Apartments building.
00:04
A passerby reports a strong smell of natural gas near the meters.
00:07
Engine 109 requesting fire department.
00:13
This is the Riverfront Landing Condos building, Unit (number withheld).
00:17
Patient is a 71-year-old female requesting non-injury lift assist.
00:36
Patient declining aid.
00:45
Six-story apartment building over one-story parking.
00:49
Nothing visible and no odor at this point.
00:52
Investigating and establishing Newcastle command.
01:22
Slight odor noted on the exterior of the building.
01:51
Checking lobby and interior hallways for any odor or readings.
01:57
No exterior gas readings detected.
02:23
Odor appears isolated to exterior area near piping.
02:36
Confirmed odor near the meter.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Newcastle Commons Dr, Newcastle, WA 98059
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