Local fire departments stress the importance of chimney inspections

ATHOL, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -- In Worcester County, a local fire department wants you to make sure you’re getting your chimneys inspected.

The Athol Fire Department recently responded to a carbon monoxide call where a chimney caved in, causing the opening to be plugged and setting off CO detectors in the house.

The fire department says getting your chimney inspected helps reduce any carbon monoxide issues, as well as any chances of fires.