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Homes evacuated for natural gas leak

KWQC · last updated

MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) — Homes were evacuated in Moline due to a natural gas leak Thursday afternoon.

According to a media release, the Moline Fire Department went to the area of 53rd Street and 7th Avenue for a natural gas leak after a construction company accidentally struck a gas line while working in the area.

Emergency crews quickly got to the area and worked with the utility company to secure the area and monitor for hazards.

Nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution to ensure the safety of residents. No injuries have been reported at this time.

Officials are asking people to avoid the area until further notice while crews continue to assess and repair the damage.

This is a developing story. KWQC will provide updates on-air and online.

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