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Gas Leak Capped in Plainfield Township With Residents Cleared to Return

Door-to-door gas readings follow a suspected contractor strike.

Overview

  • Firefighters reported a ruptured line near Five Mile Road NE and Plainfield Avenue after hearing it around 8:20 a.m.
  • DTE crews are checking buildings for elevated gas levels and advised reporting odors to the 800-947-5000 Gas Leak Hotline.
  • Earlier evacuations and road closures included Plainfield between Coit and Jupiter and Five Mile from Plainfield to East Beltline.
  • Northview High School and North Oakview Elementary sheltered in place as a precaution, and no injuries were reported.
  • Some businesses on the west side of Plainfield Avenue NE remain without gas service as firefighters continue to monitor the area.