Natural gas leak in downtown What Cheer repaired after overnight work
Natural gas leak in downtown What Cheer repaired after overnight work
What Cheer Volunteer Fire and Rescue first reported the leak shortly after 7 p.m. Friday. Officials said a piece of concrete damaged a gas line connection near the post office.
A natural gas leak that prompted a safety warning in downtown What Cheer on Friday evening was repaired Saturday morning after crews worked through the night.
What Cheer Volunteer Fire and Rescue first reported the leak shortly after 7 p.m. Friday. Officials said a piece of concrete damaged a gas line connection near the post office.
Alliant Energy crews responded, secured the area, and began repairs soon after.
As crews began to work, residents were asked to stay indoors, close their doors and windows, avoid open flames and other potential sources of sparks, and stay away from the area around the post office.
The fire department provided updates on Facebook throughout the night. Shortly after 9:30 a.m. Saturday, officials announced the leak had been repaired and the area cleaned up.