What We Know: A gas leak near Republic Middle School caused road closures and traffic disruptions Wednesday morning as emergency crews worked to make the area safe.
The leak was reported near the intersection of Hines Street and Boston Lane, an area that sees regular traffic from students, parents, school staff, and nearby residents.
What It Means: Emergency workers responded quickly and began efforts to locate and repair the problem.
Officials urged drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes while crews remained on scene.
Traffic was redirected around the affected streets to give workers room to operate safely and reduce the risk to the public.
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