Munster, IN – Residents in Munster’s Somerset neighborhood may notice unusual odors this week as BP crews conduct excavation work on an inactive pipeline, officials said Monday.
According to the Munster Fire Department, the work is taking place at the Somerset Family Recreation Area as part of a project involving the pipeline. Crews and equipment will be visible throughout the site during the operation.
Officials noted that residents may detect odors in the air but emphasized that air monitoring will be conducted on-site during the project. The public is being asked to avoid the immediate work zone and follow instructions from personnel in the area.
The fire department stressed that the activity does not pose a public safety threat, though some temporary inconvenience is expected. “We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this period,” officials said in a public update.
No timeline for completion has been announced, but updates will be provided if conditions change, according to authorities.
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