A gas leak shut down State Road 46 through downtown Greensburg on Saturday, blocking the roadway between Lincoln and Vine Streets and tying up traffic in the heart of Decatur County. Emergency crews and local officials moved quickly to the scene and warned residents to avoid the area while responders worked to secure the site and investigate.
As reported by FOX59, the Decatur County Emergency Management Agency confirmed the closure in a Facebook post and urged people to steer clear until the situation is resolved. The outlet also reports that the Indiana Department of Transportation noted State Road 46 was shut in both directions between Lincoln and Vine Streets in Greensburg.
Where The Closure Is And Why It Matters
The affected stretch runs along Main Street through Greensburg's downtown and is part of the state-managed SR 46 corridor. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, SR 46 has been the subject of pavement and reconstruction planning in Greensburg, which means INDOT typically coordinates detours and repairs in the area.
Officials have not released an estimate for when the roadway will reopen, and the cause of the leak remains unknown, as reported by FOX59. Local authorities have asked residents to avoid the area until crews can make the scene safe and clear the road.
How To Stay Informed
Motorists should follow official detours and watch for updates from travel services and local emergency officials. For contact details and county emergency channels, residents can use the Indiana Department of Homeland Security's LEPC lookup, and drivers can visit the state's traveler information site at Indiana 511 for the latest traffic alerts.
