Hazmat teams investigate possible spill in creek, Reading PA
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Hazmat IncidentAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible hazardous materials incident involving an oily substance observed in a creek near Mount Penn Road in Cumru Township. The sheen appeared to extend a considerable distance, and responders noted nearby construction activity at the Heritage Hills property that may be related.
Audio|Heard on: Berks County Emergency Services
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Transcript:
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Cumru Township, the creek near Mount Penn Road for a hazmat.
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Station 42, Engine 42, Ladder 64, Engine 691, Cumru Township.
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The creek to the rear near Mount Penn Road for a hazmat possible spill in the creek.
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1120. Rescue 42 reports that the engine off on 26 to the rear near Mount Penn Road in the creek.
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Residents reporting.
00:28
An oily sheen observed, indicates some sort of spill on the substance.
00:33
He says he can see it as far as he can see.
00:36
He also referenced that there is construction going on at the Heritage Hills property.
00:39
I'm not sure if that's related.
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Location mentioned:
Mt Penn Rd, Reading, PA 19607
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