KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Consumers Energy is on the scene of a gas leak near S Burdick Street and E. Lovell Street in Kalamazoo.
The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to a report of a gas leak Monday afternoon. When police arrived, they discovered a construction crew struck and underground gas line, causing the leak.
Gas leaked into sewer lines, prompting evacuations of buildings on S. Burdick Street to South Street.
The City said Consumers Energy was able to turn off the natural gas line that was damaged and leaking. The gas that had seeped into the sewer lines has dissipated and gas levels are at a safe level again.
S. Burdick between Cedar and Lovell will remain closed as Consumers Energy continues to repair the damaged line and restore gas service to the area.
Anyone having information regarding this incident, or any crimes in Kalamazoo, is encouraged to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100.
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