Gas leak forces evacuations in South Tampa

Crews from Tampa Fire Rescue worked to cap a gas line leak in South Tampa.

 

According to TFR, a construction crew hit a gas line at the intersection of N. Himes Ave. and W. Lemon Street. around 11:30 a.m.

 

North Himes Ave. was closed between Cypress and Cass as crews made a repair.

 

Several homes and nearby businesses had to be evacuated, but have been given the all clear.

 

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