Statement issued shortly before 3:30 p.m. Monday:
Angola, Ind. – On Monday, September 13, 2010, Cameron Woods Senior Living Community experienced high levels of carbon monoxide causing an evacuation.
Carbon monoxide detectors sounded and the Angola Fire Department was immediately notified. Staff at Cameron Woods worked in conjunction with fire department staff to immediately evacuate the building. All residents were moved to the back lawn, as far away from the building as possible.
There were no injuries or transports to Cameron Memorial Community Hospital for either residents or staff. All residents received medical monitoring by the EMS, and were made comfortable by the Cameron Woods staff, who also notified all the resident’s families.
There were high levels of carbon monoxide throughout the building with an LEL (lower explosive limit) of 12% found in the boiler room and kitchen areas. The building is being ventilated and residents will return upon approval by the fire department.
