News Summary
Asheville faced a natural gas leak on North Lexington Avenue earlier this week but officials have now contained the situation. The Asheville Fire Department swiftly evacuated nearby residents and managed the leak caused by third-party damage to a gas line. Enbridge Gas crews secured the area, allowing residents to return to their homes safely by the evening. Community safety and effective teamwork were key in addressing this emergency promptly.
Gas Leak Contained on North Lexington Avenue, Residents Cleared to Return
Asheville experienced a bit of a scare as a natural gas leak was discovered on North Lexington Avenue earlier this week. But don’t worry—everything is back to normal now, and residents can safely return to their homes.
The situation was officially brought under control by around 8:50 p.m., thanks to the swift action of the Asheville Fire Department. It all began around 3:12 p.m. on Monday when a call alerted officials about a potential gas leak at 27 North Lexington Avenue. The friendly folk at the fire department quickly responded and identified an underground break leading to the trouble.
Quick Response Helps Evacuate Area
In no time, AFD crews were on the scene evaluating the situation and making sure everyone was safe. They took proactive measures to evacuate all buildings in the vicinity, ensuring that residents and business owners were notified. AFD even went door-to-door, providing reassurances and guidance to those in the area.
By approximately 3:45 p.m., the Asheville Fire Department took to social media, announcing that the area was being evacuated as they worked to manage the situation. Local firefighters stayed on site to monitor gas levels and keep an eye on traffic around the affected area, making sure everyone stayed safe throughout the ordeal.
Enbridge Gas Crews Step In
As the emergency unfolded, Enbridge Gas North Carolina crews arrived to assess the damage. It’s worth noting that the leak was caused by third-party damage to a gas line. Working diligently, the Enbridge team successfully secured the flow of gas by 7 p.m. on 48 College Street, ultimately stopping the leak from spreading further.
Even after the gas leak was contained, Enbridge Gas remained on-site for most of the night, diligently working to restore natural gas services to those who were affected. Residents can breathe easy now, knowing that prompt actions were taken, and the problem has been addressed.
Residents Are Safe to Return
Thanks to quick thinking and effective teamwork between the Asheville Fire Department and Enbridge Gas, all buildings in the area were cleared, and residents were given the green light to return home safely. While it was certainly a tense situation, local officials are grateful that everything turned out well in the end.
Officials did advise the public to avoid the area as the situation was being handled, but with the gas leak now fully contained and measures taken to ensure everything runs smoothly, Asheville residents can rest easy. The outpouring of support for first responders from Enbridge Gas exemplifies the community’s commitment to safety and collaboration amidst a crisis.
A Silver Lining
While it’s never fun to deal with emergencies like this, it’s comforting to know that Asheville’s fire and utility departments are ready to swing into action when needed. Community safety is always a top priority, and thanks to everyone’s hard work, this incident has been managed with great care and efficiency.
So, if you’re in the Asheville area, you’re clear to return to your routine without any worries. The quick interventions ensured that residents returned to their homes safely and that normal life can resume on North Lexington Avenue.
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