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UPDATE: Natural gas leak resolved in Athens

By Robbie Heriman,

4 days ago

UPDATE: Athens Public Safety said that as of 6:25 p.m. the gas leak has been contained and access to the previously evacuated businesses has been restored.

ATHENS, Texas ( KETK ) – Multiple buildings and businesses have been evacuated due to a natural gas leak in Athens.

According to a release from Athens PD, the natural gas leak from a four-inch natural gas main on Ben Belt Drive has led to the evacuation of Gibson Pharmacy, a CEFCO convenience store and gas station and the Trinity Valley Community College administration building.

According to officials, Athens police and fire are on scene and are working with Atmos Energy to stop the leak. Drivers are urged to avoid the area until the leak as been resolved.

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