NC 55 reopens after natural gas leak in Apex
N.C. Highway 55 was closed Tuesday evening as crews worked to repair a natural gas leak in Apex.
Posted — UpdatedAuthorities said the leak occurred near the intersection of N.C. 55 and Lufkin Road.
N.C. 55 was closed in both directions for a 1.5 mile stretch between U.S. Highway 1 and the Williams Street intersection for about 90 minutes, causing heavy delays during rush hour.
Businesses in the area were evacuated for safety.
Police said about three-quarters of the gas line was cut by a crew installing data lines in the area.
"They immediately stopped work and called 911," said Apex Police Chief John Letteney.
The gas was shut off as crews repaired the leak.
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