Evacuation order lifted in Doylestown after propane truck overturned
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (CBS) -- An evacuation order was lifted for residents in Doylestown, Bucks County, after a propane truck overturned, creating a "hazardous situation."
The propane truck overturned near Ferry Road and Old Iron Hill Road, around 9:30 a.m. Monday.
Officials said some gas leaked out of the truck, so the hazmat team decided the best thing to do was burn it off.
Officials said the propane will have to be burned off. Fire dispatch said it's unclear if the propane is still leaking.
"The burnoff could take a considerable amount of time," New Britain Township posted on Facebook.
Doylestown Township police initially recommended an evacuation radius of 2,000 feet around the incident but the evacuation order has been lifted.
"Your safety is our top priority, and we appreciate your cooperation in this emergency," Doylestown Township Police said in a release. "Please share this information with your neighbors, friends, and family in the affected area. Your swift and safe evacuation is crucial to ensuring the well-being of our community."
Ferry Road has reopened between Old Iron Hill Road and Limekiln Road until the scene is cleared.