Gas Leak Forces Evacuations After Construction Crew Strikes Gas Line

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV)- Several homes were temporarily evacuated Thursday afternoon after a construction crew struck a large-diameter natural gas line, prompting an emergency response from local authorities.

The incident happened near the intersection of Oak Hill Road, and Bergdolt Road, where crews were working in an active construction zone.

Officials said workers hit the gas line, and emergency responders could see natural gas escaping from the damaged pipe…

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