Gas Leak In Flatiron District Forces Evacuations, Snarls Traffic
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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) - A gas leak forced evacuations in Manhattan Wednesday afternoon.
It took place at 5th Avenue and East 26th Street in the Flatiron district.
UPDATE: Due to @FDNY activity, 5 Ave is closed between 26 St & 28 St in Manhattan. Expect traffic delays and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area . Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.
— NYCEM - Notify NYC (@NotifyNYC) October 16, 2019
The Fire Department says the gas leak started after 10 a.m., and think it's underground in a vault.
As a precaution, several office buildings in the area have been evacuated.
Traffic is also being impacted in the area.
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