CLARKESVILLE, Ga. – A large gas leak on Sunday forced temporary road closures west of Clarkesville.
Officials say a tree fell on a gas meter during the afternoon, breaking a service line from the 6-inch main. The leak forced the temporary closure near the intersection of Highways 17 and 115 at Habersham Mills Road. The road reopened just after 5 p.m. Sunday.
Those in the area reported a loud, audible squealing sound from the damaged line, along with a strong gas odor in the area. Due to the severity of the leak, Atlanta Gas Light was contacted to secure the line and begin mitigation.
Emergency personnel remain staged while utility crews worked to control the leak. Motorists and nearby residents were advised to avoid the area until the situation was resolved and the roadway reopened.
