A quiet Monday in Sacramento's Curtis Park turned tense when a small gas line was struck during digging on Markham Way, prompting fire officials to order nearby residents out of their homes. Crews quickly shut down the 2100 block, closed surrounding streets, and set up an evacuation perimeter while they worked to get the leak under control.
According to a spokesperson for the Sacramento Fire Department, who spoke with ABC10, a half-inch gas line was damaged during digging on the 2100 block of Markham Way, causing it to leak. Nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution while fire crews expanded the safety perimeter and kept people back from the immediate area.
Crews On Scene And Safety Steps
The Sacramento Fire Department reported that its units stayed on scene to monitor air quality and work alongside utility crews to isolate the damaged line and carry out repairs. Fire personnel maintained the safety perimeter and directed residents to shelter elsewhere until the leak was fully secured and the surrounding area had been tested.
What Residents Should Expect
Officials said they will issue updates when it is safe for residents to return and urged people to rely on official channels for confirmation before heading back home. For continued coverage and the department’s initial statement on the incident, see ABC10.
