GAS FUMES OUTSIDE (LOC)
100 W BRIDGE ST · Btwn: W FERRY ST & KILTIE DR/
ETA
3m
DIST
0.7mi
HYD
113ft
Temp
73°F
Wind
4 WSW
Conditions
Sunny
Humidity
43%
Radio Size-Up
[UNIT] is on scene,
2-story wood frame residential,
approximately 25 by 35,
investigating gas odor.
Wind 4 mph from the wsw.
Reference
1 prior call at this address
Hydrant 22 — 113ft S — 1500+ GPM
Bridge Street in front of 89 Bridge Street. Between the Wedgwood Inn and the Free Library of New Hope.
Structure
Wood Frame Single Family Dwelling
Occupancy
Residential
Footprint
802 sq ft
Construction
Wood Frame
Dispatch
SMELLS GAS OUTSIDE AROUND DRIVEWAY HAS BEEN SMELLING IT FOR A FEW DAYS SMELLED IT IN THE HOUSE A FEW NIGHTS AGO ... SEE RELATED CP#: PD26-252106
Caller: KIRSTEN WEINSTEIN (917-297-3419)
Water Supply
N
81 Buttonwood Street New Hope
Buttonwood Street, across from 84 Buttonwood Street.
S
89-103 West Bridge Street New Hope
Bridge Street in front of 89 Bridge Street. Between the Wedgwood Inn and the Free Library of New Hope.
🚨 Incident Snapshot
highGas odor investigation outside
Single-family residential
Odor reported for several days, inside house a few nights ago
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Multi-day gas exposure
Odor inside dwelling = potential leak, not just external source
Check gas meter, appliances, and basement/crawl space for leak origin
Occupant acclimation risk
Several days of exposure may mask severity
Evaluate occupants for CO symptoms (headache, nausea, dizziness) on arrival
Utility gas vs. propane
Determine fuel type before venting strategy
If propane tank on property, check for damage or corrosion
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
Light wind 4 mph WSW
Sunny conditions, good visibility
No weather hazards to fire spread (not applicable to gas investigation)
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Odor location and intensity
Confirm location around driveway, near meter, or inside structure
Occupant presence and symptoms
Are residents home, alert, any CO-related complaints
Meter and appliance status
Check gas meter for visible leak, hissing, or corrosion; inspect furnace, water heater, stove
Ventilation and utility response
Note if windows/doors open or closed; utility company called or en route
🧠 Common Causes
Gas meter corrosion or regulator failure
Furnace or water heater combustion issue
Odorant (mercaptan) leak from supply line
Underground gas main rupture or seepage
Field Notes