- Carbon monoxide alarm triggered at the Ashore Hotel in Ocean City, Maryland, around 11:00 a.m. on August 1.
- 18 individuals were evaluated, including 1 refusal; 4 were transported with elevated CO levels.
- Ocean City Fire Department declared a mass casualty incident to mobilize additional EMS resources.
- Gas company crews, building inspectors, and Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating the source.
- No fatalities have been reported.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm at Ashore Hotel
The Ocean City Fire Department responded to the Ashore Hotel, located at 10100 Coastal Highway, just after 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 1, following the activation of a carbon monoxide alarm inside the building. The alarm prompted a significant emergency response due to the number of guests requiring medical evaluation.
Emergency Declared as Dozens Assessed
According to an official update posted by the Ocean City Fire Department on Facebook, a total of 18 patients were evaluated in connection to the exposure. Of those, one person refused further treatment, while 4 individuals were hospitalized with confirmed elevated levels of carbon monoxide in their bloodstream. Thirteen patients were assessed on site.
Investigators On Site
Ocean City Building Inspectors, representatives from the local gas utility, and the Fire Marshal’s Office remain on scene to determine the source of the carbon monoxide leak. As of Friday afternoon, officials had not yet disclosed the exact origin of the exposure.
Public Health Reminder
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause serious illness or death with prolonged exposure. Fire officials continue to remind the public and property owners to ensure working CO detectors are installed and maintained in all living and commercial spaces.
No Fatalities, Situation Under Control
Despite the wide response and multiple patient evaluations, no fatalities have been reported. The building was secured, and no further risks were posed to other occupants. The hospitalized patients’ conditions remain undisclosed as of publication time.
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