A gas leak turned a quiet stretch of Duxbury into a no-go zone Friday, as police and fire crews shut down part of King Caesar Road near 126 and kept traffic out while utility workers moved in.
According to a Facebook update from the Duxbury Police Department, the area around 126 King Caesar Road was closed to all traffic because of an active gas leak, with work focused between Weston Road and Russell Road. Police and fire units later cleared the scene, leaving Eversource crews to continue repairs while residents were urged to steer clear of the area.
The Duxbury Police Department post stated that “the area of 126 King Caesar is shut down to all traffic due to an active gas leak” and noted that Eversource crews were working on King Caesar Road between Weston Road and Russell Road after police and fire units left the scene.
What to Do if You Smell Gas
Eversource advises that anyone who smells gas should move to a safe location and call 911, then report the leak to the utility at 800‑592‑2000. The company also warns people not to use phones, start vehicles or operate electrical switches near a suspected leak to avoid creating sparks.
Local Response and Traffic Impacts
The Duxbury Fire Department notes that suspected gas leaks are treated as hazardous scenes and are handled in coordination with utility crews. The closure is near local landmarks like Bumpus Park, listed on HMdb.org, so nearby park access and waterfront streets may be affected while the work continues.
The Facebook update did not report any injuries, and officials said they plan to post further information on the town’s official channels as repairs progress.
