Dumont Couple Rescued After Carbon Monoxide Scare: Police

DUMONT, NJ — Two Dumont residents and their dog were rescued from their Niagara Street home after a carbon monoxide scare on Wednesday, officials said.

Police responded to the scene after a neighbor found the couple unresponsive around 3:26 p.m., according to borough officials.

"Upon arrival and entrance of the residence, Dumont Police Carbon Monoxide detectors meters were activated immediately. Both occupants were quickly removed from the residence, and medical care commenced," officials said.

Mayor Andrew LaBruno thanked first responders for acting quickly, but also urged residents to take measures to prevent carbon monoxide issues in the home.

"Our first responders are second to none here in the Borough of Dumont," he said.

"We are incredibly proud of our men and women from our Police Department, Volunteer Fire Department, and Volunteer Ambulance Corps. I want to commend DPD Acting Chief Brian Joyce, Detective Sgt. Luke Totten, Det. Det. Matt Gloeckler, P.O.s Dante Rufo, James Fitzsimmons, Jonathan Decen Rogers, DFD Firefighter Matt Banta, and DVAC members Melissa Aldana and Kerrie Go for their life-saving efforts."

He added:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with our residents, and we wish them a speedy recovery. We also ask that you please have carbon monoxide detectors installed in your home with functional batteries as they can save lives."