Fire Department

Employees at a downtown restaurant called for the services of the Madison Fire Department Tuesday night when they realized there was a carbon monoxide leak in the basement.

All occupants had already evacuated when Engine Company 1 arrived to 419 State Street, Zandru's Tapas Bar. MGE was also on scene inspecting the gas water heaters and gas boilers serving the business and the apartments above the restaurant.

Firefighters detected carbon monoxide at 50 parts per million (ppm) on the first floor, and at 16 ppm on the second floor. They placed a fan at the basement doorway to force the air and carbon monoxide out the rear service doors as MGE shut off the gas supply. All apartment windows were also opened.

Engine 1 asked Medic 4 to come to the scene to check with restaurant workers and ensure they were okay. All parties refused medical care and assessment.

The restaurant manager was told they would not be allowed to re-open until a licensed gas appliance technician comes in to perform the appropriate repairs.