Sheffield gas leak leads to evacuation of residents and emergency service response
A number of properties were evacuated today after a gas leak
A number of properties in a Sheffield suburb were evacuated today after a gas leak.
Firefighters were called to Birley Vale Close, Frecheville, at around 11.50am today.
Two fire engines were deployed, alongside a police vehicle which supported the fire service in their work.
A number of properties were evacuated in what South Yorkshire Fire Service described as a precaution.
Just under two hours later, the leak was confirmed to be isolated.
Residents were allowed to return to their homes at 1.48pm and crews left the scene at 2pm.
A South Yorkshire Fire Service spokesperson said: “Two fire engines were called to reports of a gas leak near Birley Vale Close, Sheffield after a call was received at 11.50am.
“A number of nearby properties were evacuated as a precaution. The leak was confirmed to be isolated at 1.48pm and all those evacuated allowed to return to their homes. Crews came away shortly after 2pm.”
The fire service said: “If you smell gas in the next few hours, open windows and doors to let this clear.
“If you continue to smell gas after this time, contact Cadent directly.
“Do not light naked flames for the next few hours.”