Carpentersville, IL – Fire crews responded Tuesday afternoon to a gas leak on the 1700 block of Papoose Road after a fiber optic installation crew accidentally struck a gas line.
According to the Village of Carpentersville Public Safety Department, the call came in around 3:00 p.m. reporting a strong gas odor in the area. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that a contractor installing fiber optic cable had damaged a gas line, prompting an immediate response from Nicor Gas to secure the leak.
Nicor technicians were called to the scene to shut off the gas at the meter while firefighters monitored the area for safety. The department confirmed that the leak was contained and no injuries or evacuations were reported.
Authorities say the scene was cleared once the gas was safely shut off, and nearby residents were advised that there was no ongoing hazard.
Residents are reminded to always call 811 before digging to prevent dangerous utility strikes.
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