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Gas leak on Fifth Avenue Wednesday after line was severed

A natural gas leak in the 1000 block of Fifth Avenue occurred at about 4 p.m. on Oct. 21. Prince George Fire Rescue responded to the call with seven firefighters from two halls. A severed gas line due to work done in the area was discovered.
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RCMP blocked off a section of George Street late-afternoon Wednesday as crews dealt with a gas leak.

A natural gas leak in the 1000 block of Fifth Avenue occurred at about 4 p.m. on Oct. 21.

Prince George Fire Rescue responded to the call with seven firefighters from two halls.

A severed gas line due to work done in the area was discovered.

Crews cordoned off the area and monitored adjacent buildings for any signs of natural gas.

Fortis BC responded to the incident and fire crews remained on scene to assist.