FIRE - GAS LEAK INDOORS
116 N MAIN ST, LAMBERTVILLE CITY, NJ
ETA
6m
DIST
2.7mi
HYD
NO
Temp
88°F
Wind
3 WSW
Conditions
Partly sunny
Humidity
59%
Radio Size-Up
[UNIT] is on scene at Gas Leak Indoors,
2-story wood frame residential,
approximately 40 by 65,
investigating gas odor.
Wind 3 mph from the wsw.
Reference
Sunset in ~44 min
1 prior call at this address
No hydrant data available
Structure
Wood Frame Single Family Dwelling
Occupancy
Residential
Footprint
2,574 sq ft
Construction
Wood Frame
Dispatch
CP ADV SHE SMELLED GAS UPON ENTERING HER APT// NO ONE FEELING ILL/ CP REQ IT BE CHECKED OUT
CP ADV SHE SMELLED GAS UPON ENTERING HER APT// NO ONE FEELING ILL/ CP REQ IT BE CHECKED OUT
Caller: GASPARI, ANNE (609-439-5897)
🚨 Incident Snapshot
moderateGas odor reported on entry to residential unit
Occupant asymptomatic, requesting inspection
Wood-frame single-family dwelling in mixed-use row area
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Gas leak or odor source
Confirm odor type and location (interior vs exterior origin)
If natural gas, isolate utility and investigate appliances/meter
Multi-unit exposure
Building is row structure — shared walls with 115, 117
Gas may have migrated through common spaces or utility chases
Utility access
Confirm gas shutoff location before entry
Electrical hazard if ignition source present with gas concentration
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
Partly sunny, light wind (3 mph WSW)
Sunset in 44 min — transition to reduced lighting
Severe thunderstorm watch active until 11 PM
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Odor confirmation
Natural gas (rotten egg scent), propane/LPG, or other chemical — determines evacuation and utility response
Odor location
Interior (kitchen/water heater/furnace) vs exterior (meter/line/neighbor source)
Occupant status
Confirm no symptoms (headache, nausea, dizziness = CO concern)
Account for all residents and pets
Gas meter and appliances
Visual check for damage, loose connections, or external gas line breach
🧠 Common Causes
Gas appliance leak or pilot malfunction
Loose meter connection or valve
Odor from adjacent unit (shared utility chase)
External gas line rupture or construction damage
Field Notes