Edison, NJ Gas Leak Forces Apartment Evacuations; Gas Shut Off

Gas Line Incident in Edison

• ⚠️ A 2-inch gas line was struck by a piece of equipment on College Drive in Edison, New Jersey, causing a significant gas leak.
• 🏘️ The incident occurred just before 11:00 a.m. and led to the evacuation of dozens of residents from an apartment complex.

Response and Resolution

• 🚒 Fire department officials confirmed the gas line was hit by equipment, leading to the destruction of stairs to one apartment building.
• 🏠 Two buildings, totaling approximately 72 apartments, were evacuated.
• 🛠️ Crews worked to patch the damaged gas line, and Elizabeth Town Gas was on the scene.
• ✅ Authorities have shut off the gas, and the apartments are being aired out.
• 👮 Police and fire departments were present earlier but have since left after deeming the area safe.
• 🔑 Residents are expected to be allowed back into their apartments once the situation is fully resolved and the buildings are aired out.