Officials Restrict Roadways Due to Gas Leak in North Dallas

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Atmos Energy crews were sent to a gas leak on Inwood Road in North Dallas on Wednesday afternoon. The leak was reported on Tuesday night, and technicians were called to the 12000 block of Inwood Road for an order, according to the energy company. Gas to the area has been turned off, and crews are currently making repairs, according to officials.

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According to Dallas Fire Rescue, an 8-inch gas main has broken. Officials didn’t say how the main broke or say that there was construction in the area. Inwood Road is closed in both directions between Forest Lane and Willow Lane while repairs are done. People should find other ways to get to their destinations, and there may be traffic delays.