SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Contractors in Springfield accidentally ruptured a gas line late Wednesday morning. A worker digging near 47th and Main Street damaged a pipe. NW Natural crews responded quickly and repaired the pipe. The gas company says this is a perfect example of why contractors should dial 8-1-1 before digging projects to avoid future gas … Continue reading »
Construction Crew Causes Gas Leak
EUGENE, Ore. — A construction crew hit a natural gas line in west Eugene, Tuesday morning, and forced people to stay in their homes for more than two hours. Eugene Fire and NW Natural Gas crews responded to Shirley Street, where construction crews completely severed a major gas line in the neighborhood. “A residential line … Continue reading »
Propane Leak Sends One to Hospital
VENETA, Ore. — One person was sent to the hospital due to a gas leak in a trailer on Friday evening. It happened at Fern Ridge Shores RV Park. Lane County crews responded to reports of a propane leak just before 8 p.m. Neighbors reported a strong smell of propane and immediately shut off the tank. … Continue reading »
