Wednesday evening turned into a traffic headache on South Lakeline Boulevard, with both directions shut down at Cypress Creek Road after crews responded to a reported natural gas leak. Officers evacuated at least one building near the intersection and moved people out of the nearby Randall’s parking lot while utility crews worked on repairs. Cedar Park police urged drivers to avoid the area and expect delays as first responders secured the scene. The closure stayed in place as crews continued working into the evening.
Police update and evacuations
Per Cedar Park Police Department, officers closed both northbound and southbound lanes of Lakeline at Cypress Creek and evacuated one building at 1600 S Lakeline. Police said officers were guiding people from the Randall’s parking lot to a safer spot while crews worked to fix the gas leak. The department asked the public to steer clear of the immediate area while repairs continued.
Safety guidance from city officials
Per City of Cedar Park, Atmos Energy serves as the local natural gas provider, and residents who smell gas are advised to leave the area right away, then call 911 and the utility from a safe location. City guidance cautions against using phones or flipping light switches inside any building where gas might be present, since a spark could ignite a leak. Residents with nonemergency questions are directed to the city’s utility resources for updated information and contact details.
Traffic impact and alternatives
Per Cedar Park Police Department, drivers should expect delays in the Lakeline area and follow instructions from officers at the scene while lanes remain closed at Cypress Creek. Commuters heading toward Lakeline are encouraged to use Whitestone Boulevard or Brushy Creek Road as alternate routes during the closure. Local businesses near the intersection may see brief access disruptions while repairs are wrapped up and the scene is cleared.
