A gas leak in Chippenham after a pipe was damaged prompted a large emergency response and road closures. Repairs are underway.
Firefighters and gas engineers went to the site. An ambulance commander also went there. They worked to secure the place. Roads closed around Sadlers Mead and Cocklebury Road. This happened Tuesday afternoon.
Officials told people to stay away from the area. They said to close windows because of the gas smell. The gas company worked all Tuesday night to fix the gas leak.
The gas company learned someone damaged the pipe, creating the leak. Their team repaired it quickly and safely. Traffic got really bad during rush hour. One driver called it a mess.
Many homes lost gas after the incident. The gas company tried to restore the gas supply. Some homes may need their gas turned off, and gas appliances will be relit after the repair.
They’re giving heaters to those who need them most. If you know someone who needs help, let them know. The company thanked everyone for their patience, as they worked hard to get the gas back on.