WASHINGTON — Dozens of people were evacuated from their apartments in Silver Spring, Maryland on Tuesday night following a carbon monoxide leak.
A Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesman says it happened around 9:30 p.m. at a building in the 7700 block of Eastern Avenue.
Two people were evaluated by firefighters on the scene.
2nd UPDATE: 7700 blk Eastern Ave – still checking apts for CO – 2 occupants being evaluated – adjacent bldg clear – buses req for temp shelt
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At this time, it is unclear what caused the leak, or when residents will be able to return to their homes.
Fire officials are continuing to investigate the cause.
