Health & Fitness
'Foul' Odors In Delco Prompt HAZMAT Response: Officials
Delaware County Emergency Services said it received dozens of calls regarding foul odors across the county.
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA β After dozens of reports of gas or foul odors across Delaware County prompted HAZMAT responses, officials said no chemicals have been found.
Delaware County Emergency Services at about 11 a.m. said it was getting reports of odors in the county.
As of noon, officials said county responders handled more than 40 emergency events for odors of gas and or a foul smell. PECO also responded to the calls.
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County officials said HAZMAT Team resources are monitoring air quality, but that no chemicals have been detected in the air.
The odors have been reported in several counties and on both sides of the Delaware River, according to county officials.
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Anyone who suspects gas odor should call PECO at 800-841-4141 or 911.
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