A significant natural gas leak has been reported in the 400 block of West Davis Street in Oak Cliff. Atmos Energy crews are on scene.
Evacuation zone:
- West Davis between Beckley and Zang
- Surrounding residential streets within 2-block radius
- Approximately 50 homes and 15 businesses evacuated
Details:
- Leak reported at 10:30 AM by construction crew that hit a line
- Strong gas odor reported as far as 4 blocks away
- Dallas Fire-Rescue has HazMat on standby
- No ignition reported
Shelter:
- Displaced residents can go to the Oak Cliff Branch Library on Jefferson
- Pets are welcome at the temporary shelter
Source: Atmos Energy emergency line, Dallas Fire-Rescue PIO
If you smell gas in the area, do NOT use any electrical switches. Leave immediately and call 911.