A construction crew struck a gas line on Thursday, prompting the evacuation of nearby residents and the closure of the intersection at Joy Avenue and Lake Stree
t. The area remains closed as repairs continue.
Residents reported the gas leak as "very loud." Columbia Gas initially informed residents that the leak would be resolved by 11 a.m. on Friday, but the timeline has now been extended to the evening. Power in the area has been turned off as crews attempt to make repairs. Columbia Gas said in a statement, "Columbia Gas continues to make repairs to a gas line ruptured Thursday and is working with affected residents."
The company has set up a phone line at 1-800-344-4077 for residents seeking information on lodging and other reimbursement claims. Columbia Gas expressed hope that residents would be able to return to their homes by this evening. The company advised residents needing to enter their homes for medication, clothing, or other necessities to contact a Columbia Gas employee or a fire department member on-site for assistance.A spokesperson from the Delaware County Fire Department told ABC 6 they are starting to allow some residents back into their houses on Joy Avenue.
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