Collierville residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the gas leak that took over Town Square has been taken care of, according to the Collierville Police Department. The incident, which caused significant disruption on Wednesday afternoon, resulted in the Town Square being closed off to ensure public safety. Action News 5 reported that the leak was announced Wednesday afternoon and has since been rectified.
It was a race against time to safely seal off and subsequently fix the gas leak, given the risk it posed to the public. With the area now secured, the authorities have assured the community that it is now safe to freely visit the bustling Town Square once again. "It is now safe to visit the area," the police department said, as they informed locals of the resolution to the issue. This sentiment was echoed by the Local Memphis report which conveyed the message that the leak was fixed just before 3 p.m.
Detailed updates throughout the incident kept the community informed, with the authorities requesting avoidance of the area, especially the east side of the square, to safeguard citizens from potential harm. FOX13 Memphis relayed the initial warning from CPD, which was broadcast after the leak was reported around 1 p.m.
While the community was alerted and advised to steer clear, police and repair crews worked diligently to quickly and safely resolve the issue. Officials have not yet released information regarding the cause of the leak. In the interim, Collierville Police have made it clear that the affected area has been thoroughly inspected and declared hazard-free. "Police asked people to avoid the Town Square and especially the east side of the square," CPD stated, per FOX13 Memphis in an update that was confirmed as the gas leak was fixed on Wednesday evening.
