Calgary Fire Department responds to damaged gas line in south east

At approximately 10:25 this morning, an underground gas line was struck with an auger at the 6300 block of 57th Avenue S.E. Calgary fire crews immediately evacuated two buildings with approximately 75 people and setup a safety perimeter. Atco Gas arrived on scene and shut down the gas line to commence repairs. No injuries were reported as a result of this incident and occupants were allowed back into the buildings when firefighters deemed the air quality safe for re-entry.

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