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Underground gas leak prompts evacuation near West Douglass St

Heard on: Berks PA Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Yeah, just an update. We're working on evacuating half the block.
audio iconFire & Arson
W Douglass St, Reading, PA 19601
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported underground gas leak on the 100 block of West Douglass Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. Several buildings were evacuated as a precaution, and utility teams worked with responders to shut off power to prevent hazards. The situation appeared to be under control as crews assessed the leak’s extent and sheltered displaced residents.

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