Gas Leak Causes Neighborhood Evacuation (Photo) -01/22/24

Cowlitz County, WA – Firefighters from Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue responded to a report of a gas leak in the 200 block of Inglewood Dr. Monday morning just after 10. Firefighters isolated the area and evacuated several homes while Cascade Natural Gas responded in and eventually secured the underground gas line. The leak was caused when the gas line was accidentally punctured by an excavator working on a project in the neighborhood. The operator of the excavator immediately smelled the gas, recognized the severity of the leak, and called 911. Cowlitz County Public Utility District and Deputies from Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office also responded to the incident. All residents returned to their homes once it was deemed safe. No injuries were reported.

 

Officials strongly urge that people call 811 before digging to ensure where utility lines are located and to call 911 if there is an odor of Natural Gas. For more on digging tips visit: https://call811.com/811-In-Your-State/Map/State/Washington