Odor of smoke: additional causes

Odor of smoke: additional causes

Greg Jakubowski

Assistant Chief

Bryn Athyn (PA) Fire Company

Frank Montagna`s article “Odor of Smoke” was right on target and is a good training tool for firefighters. One additional cause for smoke odors that can be difficult to pinpoint is a plastic or wooden utensil smoldering against the heating element during the drying cycle of a dishwasher. Thanks for the practical information.

Queen Anne fatal mobile home fire

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