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Waltham Fire responds to elevated carbon monoxide levels at Garden Circle

Fire engines at Garden Circle.
Fire crews assess the situation.

Fire crews responded to 70 Garden Circle around 8:30 p.m. Thursday after a fire alarm was activated.

Upon arrival, firefighters detected elevated carbon monoxide levels of about 105 parts per million. Crews traced the source to the building’s basement, where a grill was found, according to radio transmissions.

Additional companies were called to assist with evacuations as crews ventilated the building. National Grid was also requested to respond as a precaution.

No injuries were reported.

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Joseph Sharkey is an independent news photographer based in Waltham. He grew up in the city and has had a strong interest in public safety and first responders. That passion led him to covering breaking news, focusing on incidents like fires, accidents and major public safety events. His work has been featured on WCVB, WHDH, NBC10 Boston and other local news outlets.

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