Nanaimo's Terminal Avenue Closed Due to Gas Leak
A two-vehicle crash on Oct. 14 resulted in one vehicle colliding into the side of a house, damaging a gas line and prompting the closure of Terminal Avenue's 600 block.
According to the RCMP, the crash occurred at 1:30 p.m. and involved a two-car collision, with one vehicle hitting a gas meter on the side of a house.
- Nanaimo RCMP, Nanaimo Fire Rescue, Fortis, and B.C. Hydro responded to the scene.
- Fortis crews shut off the gas supply to the home shortly after 3:30 p.m.
- Nanaimo Fire Rescue ensured the gas was cleared from the interior of the home before vehicles were removed and the road was reopened.
No official statement was provided regarding the cause of the crash or the condition of those involved.
Author's summary: Nanaimo's Terminal Avenue was closed due to a gas leak caused by a two-vehicle crash.