3 Hospitalized, 13 Treated For Carbon Monoxide Poisoning At Country Club In Somerset Co.

BERNARDSVILLE, NJ — Thirteen people were treated and three were taken to the hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning in Bernardsville on Sunday.

On June 22, Bernardsville Fire Co. No. 1 & First Aid Squad was called to a report of possible carbon monoxide poisoning at Somerset Hills Country Club off Mine Mt Road.

Ultimately, 13 patients were treated, and three were taken to local hospitals for further care, according to the fire department.

It is unclear what the cause was, and no other information was available.

Along with Bernardsville, surrounding fire and EMS mutual aid partners also helped with patient care and clearing the building including: Basking Ridge Fire Co. No 1 & EMS, Far Hills - Bedminster First Aid Squad, Far Hills-Bedminster Fire Department, New Vernon Volunteer First Aid Squad, Somerset County Fire and EMS Coordiantors, and Bernardsville Police Department.

The Bernardsville Fire Company & First Aid Squad has had a fully volunteer-supported fire department and first aid squad since 1897. It relies on donations and volunteers to keep serving the community. For more information on how to donate or join, visit bernardsvillefire.org.

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