Crews Monitoring Natural Gas Leak in Fellsmere
Both police and firefighters are monitoring the area to ensure public safety. Police say evacuations are not required and road closures are not necessary at this time.
SEATTLE (Oil Monster): Fellsmere police and Indian River Fire have been monitoring a natural gas leak near CR512 and N. Willow Street.
The leak began when a gas line was accidentally cut by a crew working at the intersection of Willow and CR512, according to police. The gas provider, Florida Public Utilities, is working to fix the leak while maintaining service to its customers.
Both police and firefighters are monitoring the area to ensure public safety. Police say evacuations are not required and road closures are not necessary at this time.
Police say natural gas is naturally odorless, but a “rotten egg” odorant is added so leaks can be detected.
“Natural gas is 30% lighter than air," Florida Public Utilities said. "If a leak occurs in an open area, natural gas will easily vent and dissipate into the atmosphere.”
As of now, Florida Public Utilities anticipates it will take “several days” to remedy the situation, but will keep the City of Fellsmere updated on the situation until repairs are complete.
Courtesy: www.cbs12.com
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