Chaos disrupted the regular bustle of Glendale Galleria on Tuesday morning when a construction crew accidentally struck a 2-inch natural gas line, triggering an evacuation of parts of the popular shopping destination. The incident, which occurred around 10:00 a.m., forced patrons and shop employees to leave the premises as a safety measure.
As reported by CBS News Los Angeles, utility workers from Southern California Gas quickly made their way to the scene. Around noon, SKYCal captured footage of the response team working diligently to seal the damaged line and mitigate any hazards.
The Glendale Fire Department was promptly on-site, addressing the situation with a swift and precautionary approach. Glendale Fire Department's X feed revealed that firefighters had pulled a 2 1/2 inch hose line in place for protection, even as some shoppers wondered about the details amid the evacuation.
Your GFD responded to a 2 inch gas line that ruptured from work being done on an outside building. a building that was under construction. @socalgas is on scene. Firefighters pulled a 2 1/2 inch protection line as a precaution & some portions of the Galleria have been evacuated. pic.twitter.com/yFeWBncDoX
— Glendale Fire Department CA (@GlendaleFireCA) February 13, 2024
"Your GFD responded to a 2 inch gas line that ruptured from work being done on an outside building," the department posted. "Firefighters pulled a 2 1/2 inch protection line as a precaution & some portions of the Galleria have been evacuated." This swift action was lauded by onlookers who recognized the potential danger such a situation could impose.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or significant property damage, and both the utility workers and firefighters were praised for their efficient handling of the situation. The Glendale Galleria, a key shopping hub in the region, is expected to resume normal operations as soon as it is deemed safe for the public to return.
