Police said a gas leak at New Hampshire Avenue and University Boulevard caused some road closures Tuesday.
As of about 9 a.m., the 1300 block of University Boulevard is closed and University Boulevard East going into Prince George’s County is closed until further notice, according to Takoma Park Police.
Northbound New Hampshire Avenue is open to traffic.
A six-inch gas line was struck around midnight, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. He stated Washington Gas pressure control crews would reduce pressure before making repairs. There was no evidence of underground migration to surrounding businesses, according to Piringer.
Police said Washington Gas is working to address the leak.
Photo via MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer.
Earlier this morning, a gas leak was reported at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and University Blvd. As of now, the following road closures are in effect:
Northbound New Hampshire Avenue is open for traffic
University Blvd. East heading into Prince George’s County… pic.twitter.com/D4vnnhkd7o
— Takoma Park Police (@TakomaParkPD) September 19, 2023
New Hampshire Ave. & University Boulevard,,6” gas line struck ~Midnite Washington Gas pressure control crews to reduce the pressure prior to making repairs. No evidence of underground migration in surrounding businesses. Some lanes blocked. pic.twitter.com/ESK9B5IDzx
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) September 19, 2023
