A gas line break led to the shutdown of Bee Cave Parkway in the vicinity of the 13200 block on Friday morning, as reported by CBS Austin. Lake Travis Fire Rescue arrived at the scene to address the rupture of a 6-inch gas line. Motorists were encouraged to seek alternate routes due to the closure of the parkway at Ranch Road 620.

Despite the rupture, causing a detectable odor of gas, Lake Travis Fire Rescue stated that "no hazardous levels have been detected," with KXAN noting the persistent odor. Monitoring air quality, the crews found that the winds were helping in dispersing the gas. The intersection was closed on Friday morning, and with efforts focused on the repair, it was expected that normalcy would return only after several hours.

Texas Gas Service was called in to manage the necessary repairs. According to information obtained from Lake Travis Fire Rescue, the repair of the damaged gas line was anticipated to take a substantial amount of time. The shutdown affected travel plans, as drivers were advised to plan for delays or avoid the area altogether.

As a precaution, Lake Travis Fire Rescue continued to assess the situation, with the "strong odor of gas in the area" serving as a potential indicator of risk, according to a Lake Travis Fire Rescue statement. However, reassuring the public, the agency confirmed that hazardous levels of gas had not been detected, which was a concern driving the monitoring efforts.

For those traveling in the area, updates on the situation could be found on the social media platforms of local agencies, and drivers were urged to stay informed in order to coordinate their route planning accordingly. The rapid response of Lake Travis Fire Rescue aimed to ensure public safety and a swift return to the routine flow of traffic.