CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
Btwn STREET RD & PIDCOCK CREEK RD
E46
Dispatched 1:17 AM
ClearedETA
9m
DIST
3.7mi
HYD
NO
Dispatch
CO ALRM GOING OFF IN BEDROOM NO ONE FEELING SICK ADV TO EVAC ... SEE RELATED CP#: PD26-454306
Caller: BRITNEY GRUNDY (781-724-3611)
Temp
37°F
Wind
3 WNW
Conditions
Clear
Humidity
93%
Prior Calls at This Address (2)
Size-Up Reference
Dark — portable lighting needed
2 prior calls at this address
No hydrant data available
Structure
Wood Frame Single Family Dwelling
Occupancy
Residential
Footprint
5,458 sq ft
Construction
Wood Frame
🚨 Incident Snapshot
highCarbon monoxide alarm activation in bedroom
Single-family residential, rural setting
2 prior CO/fumes calls at this address in 13 months
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Repeat CO incident pattern
Prior fumes call 1 month ago suggests ongoing source
Investigate furnace, water heater, garage exhaust immediately
Occupant exposure in sleeping area
CO concentration highest where alarm triggered
Vent home and move occupants to fresh air before investigation
Rural location, no immediate refuge nearby
Extended evacuation if contamination confirmed
Be prepared for extended on-scene monitoring or transport
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
37°F, frost advisory active
Low wind 3 mph - poor ventilation dispersal
Cold may indicate furnace/heating system operation
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
CO alarm location
Bedroom level and which room - confirm alarm type (hardwired vs battery)
Occupant status and location
Any symptoms (headache, nausea, dizziness) or just alarm alert
Potential sources
Furnace, water heater, garage, fireplace, appliances - check venting and operation
Home ventilation
Windows open, exhaust fans running - assess air exchange
🧠 Common Causes
Furnace venting blockage or malfunction
Water heater backdraft or vent failure
Attached garage exhaust seepage
Fireplace or chimney draw reversal