Crime & Safety
Gas Leak Lasts 3-Plus Hours In Ardmore: Fire Officials
The Merion Fire Company of Ardmore said the gas leak was stopped more than three hours after a contractor caused the leak Tuesday morning.
ARDMORE, PA — Gas leaked in Ardmore for more than three hours Tuesday, according to first responders.
The Merion Fire Company was called to Montgomery Avenue at Glenn Road for a report of a major gas leak at about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday.
The fire company said a contractor caused the leak.
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Firefighters evacuated a nearby apartment building and stretched hand lines to be ready for any potential flames or explosions.
Responders also used meters to monitor air quality in the area.
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The fire company said PECO was able to stop the leak in just over three hours.
No one was hurt in the incident.
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