Gas leak in Odessa prompts road closures and evacuations – Kingston News

On Thursday afternoon, October 24, 2024, traffic was disrupted in the area of ​​County Road 2 and West/Durhman Street in Odessa after a natural gas leak was detected at that intersection.

In response to inquiries from Kingstonist about the incident, Trevor Cornelius, Corporate Communications Manager for Loyalist Township, said that for safety reasons, residents within 100 meters of the Pop In Store (55 Main St, Odessa, ON K0H 2H0) are encouraged to do so evacuate the area.

“Everyone else is asked to avoid the area. Please note that this section of Highway 2 is closed to traffic. Emergency services are currently on scene to assist residents and inform them of the evacuation request,” Cornelius said in an email.

“The council chambers are available to residents as a public refuge until the situation is resolved. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.”

The gas leak is believed to be due to digging in the area of ​​CR 2 and Durham/West Street. At the time of publication, it was unclear what type of work was being done at the time of the leak. Enbridge Gas is reportedly on site as of 3:40 p.m

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