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3 dead, 6 missing in explosion in Sicily caused by gas leak
Read full article: 3 dead, 6 missing in explosion in Sicily caused by gas leakFirefighters in Sicily are digging through rubble in the search for missing people after an explosion apparently caused by a gas leak killed at least three people.
Flat Rock residents raise concerns as majority of residents allowed to return home after gas leak
Read full article: Flat Rock residents raise concerns as majority of residents allowed to return home after gas leakWayne County leaders said testing confirms that people in zone one are clear of the impact of the leak and most residents can return home.
Flat Rock family still has safety concerns despite state officials saying it’s safe to return home
Read full article: Flat Rock family still has safety concerns despite state officials saying it’s safe to return homeOn Thursday residents in zone one in Flat Rock were told it was safe to return home after being evacuated due to a gas leak at the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant.
Most Flat Rock residents given all-clear to return home after gas leak triggers evacuations
Read full article: Most Flat Rock residents given all-clear to return home after gas leak triggers evacuationsMost residents who needed to evacuate due to a gas leak at the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant may return home, health officials announced Thursday afternoon.
Testing confirms Zone 2 in Flat Rock cleared, residents who evacuated due to gas leak can return home
Read full article: Testing confirms Zone 2 in Flat Rock cleared, residents who evacuated due to gas leak can return homeMichigan and Wayne County officials announced Zone 2 in Flat Rock is now clear of any impact from the gas leak at the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant.
Officials say sanitary systems in Flat Rock cleared of gasoline after leak triggers evacuations
Read full article: Officials say sanitary systems in Flat Rock cleared of gasoline after leak triggers evacuationsOfficials said screenings of sanitary sewers in Flat Rock show that gasoline has been cleared and the sewer system is considered back to normal operating conditions.
National Guard helps with air quality testing inside Flat Rock homes after gas leak triggers voluntary evacuations
Read full article: National Guard helps with air quality testing inside Flat Rock homes after gas leak triggers voluntary evacuationsA gas leak from the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant triggered voluntary evacuations of the area and officials have been testing levels of gas in sewers and homes.
When will evacuated Flat Rock residents be able to return home?
Read full article: When will evacuated Flat Rock residents be able to return home?A gas leak from the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant triggered voluntary evacuations of the area and officials have been testing levels of gas in sewers and homes.
Crews continue to test air quality after gas leak in Flat Rock prompts evacuations
Read full article: Crews continue to test air quality after gas leak in Flat Rock prompts evacuationsWhile the leak from the Ford Flat Rock Assembly Plant has been stopped, the situation is still raising concerns regarding the environmental and health impact to the area.
Live stream: Virtual town hall held for Flat Rock residents impacted by gas leak
Read full article: Live stream: Virtual town hall held for Flat Rock residents impacted by gas leakA virtual town hall meeting is set to take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday (Sept. 8) for residents of Flat Rock as the investigation into a gas leak continues.
Crews going door-to-door in Flat Rock urging evacuations after chemical spill
Read full article: Crews going door-to-door in Flat Rock urging evacuations after chemical spillFord Motor Company on Wednesday discovered a gas leak at its Flat Rock Assembly Plant. The company closed the pipe and thought the spill was contained to its property. That was not the case. Officials have identified two zones that are potentially exposed to dangerous benzene fumes from the leak.
Flat Rock schools set to start classes this week amid gas leak
Read full article: Flat Rock schools set to start classes this week amid gas leakStudents attending school in Flat Rock will begin the academic year in person as planned on Tuesday, despite a gas leak that has caused some evacuations in the area.
Shelter in place lifted for Macomb Township residents amid gas leak
Read full article: Shelter in place lifted for Macomb Township residents amid gas leakThe Macomb County Sheriff’s Office has lifted a shelter-in-place recommendation for residents of Monarch Drive near 22 Mile Road in Macomb Township following a gas line break in the area.
Detroit neighborhood evacuated due to gas leak
Read full article: Detroit neighborhood evacuated due to gas leakDETROIT – Several homes in a neighborhood on Detroit’s west side were evacuated Friday morning due to a gas leak. According to authorities, water department workers struck a gas main near Southfield Road and Paul Avenue. Several homes were evacuated as a precaution. Authorities said fixing the leak would not take very long. More: Detroit News
‘No current danger’: 7 Mile Road at Deering Street back open after gas leak investigation
Read full article: ‘No current danger’: 7 Mile Road at Deering Street back open after gas leak investigationLIVONIA, Mich. – Consumers Energy responded to a gas leak at 27719 7 Mile Road in Livonia on Monday evening. Livonia police say there is, “no current danger.” Police did shut down 7 Mile Road at Deering Street, but as of 5:22 p.m. the road is back open. READ: More local news
Gas leak forces evacuations in Franklin
Read full article: Gas leak forces evacuations in FranklinFRANKLIN, Mich. – A gas leak along Franklin Road has prompted evacuations at businesses and residences Tuesday morning. Police are calling the leak “major” and are asking drivers to avoid downtown Franklin Road for the next few hours. The road is shut down. Stay with Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit for more information as it becomes available.
Birmingham fire chief: Appliance gas leak caused house explosion
Read full article: Birmingham fire chief: Appliance gas leak caused house explosionBIRMINGHAM, Mich. The Birmingham fire chief said a natural gas leak from an appliance service line caused a house to explode May 25 in the 1300 block of Chapin Avenue near Woodward Avenue. According to the woman, when she flipped on a light she felt a rush of air and realized there had been an explosion. Its just a miracle shes doing wonderful, said Birmingham Fire Department Chief Paul Wells. On Thursday, Wells said fire officials have determined the gas leak was coming from a service line to the laundry dryer. It was a small gas leak that led to a big explosion.
Part of Squirrel Road in Bloomfield Township closed due to gas leak
Read full article: Part of Squirrel Road in Bloomfield Township closed due to gas leakBLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. Consumers Energy has closed Squirrel Road between Long Lake Road and Highwood Drive in Bloomfield Township due to a gas leak. Officials suggest using Wattles Road to Adams Road, back to Long Lake Road and vice versa as a detour. The road is expected to reopen to traffic late on Saturday.