UPDATE: Gas leak on Highway 55 in Freedom stopped, crews working on repair
THURSDAY, 6/27/2024 – 10:18 a.m.
FREEDOM, Wis. (WFRV) – An update on the gas leak that caused residents near Highway 55 in Outagamie County to evacuate has been provided, with officials saying the leak has been stopped.
According to the Freedom Fire Department, the gas leak on Highway 55 between Ludwig Street and Teardrop Lane has been stopped and utility crews are currently working on the repair.
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Authorities stated that all affected residents have been notified that they can return to their homes and Highway 55 will be open to one lane while repairs are being made.
There is no estimated time for completion but Local 5 will update this article when more information is provided.
Original story: Active gas leak on Highway 55 in Freedom causes residents to evacuate, traffic shut down
THURSDAY, 6/27/2024 – 9:18 a.m.
FREEDOM, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities are currently at the scene of an active gas leak on Highway 55 in Outagamie County and have had nearby residents evacuated.
A Facebook post from the Freedom Fire Department states that the gas leak has closed down a section of Highway 55 in Freedom between Ludwig Street and Teardrop Lane.
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Authorities have notified and evacuated the affected residents. It was also noted that traffic is closed in both directions in that section of Highway 55.
No additional details were provided. Local 5 will update this story when more information is released.
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