Cause Unknown of Level 1 Haz Mat Situation In Apartment Building

There's no word from authorities about what caused a strong chemical odor at a downtown apartment building.

Crews responding to a medical call at 111 East Avenue -- the East Avenue Commons building -- noticed the odor.

It was declared a Level 1 hazardous materials situation.

Firefighters removed potentially hazardous materials and ventilated the building.

Residents of the seventh floor were evacuated for a couple of hours.


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