Construction crew strikes gas line, causing leak, Charlotte NC


A construction crew accidentally struck a gas line while using a mini excavator. This caused a gas leak near the road, and emergency services are on the way to handle the situation. There may be road closures or evacuations as a precaution.
Audio|Source: Charlotte and Mecklenburg County Fire
03:8
Transcript:
Engine 28 and ladder 28, natural gas leak near the hotel. Engine 20 and engine 26 responding to MVA on I-77. Contact city arborist for tree down near poles. CMPD to respond for downed power lines. Crew accidentally hit a gas line with mini excavator within 10 feet of road.
Engine 28 and ladder 28, natural gas leak near the hotel. Engine 20 and engine 26 responding to MVA on I-77. Contact city arborist for tree down near poles. CMPD to respond for downed power lines. Crew accidentally hit a gas line with mini excavator within 10 feet of road.
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Charlotte, NC
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