Gas Main Strike Leads to Hazardous Materials Response

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety

Photo by Charlotte County Public Safety
Charlotte, FL - Charlotte County Fire & EMS responded to Lavilla Road and Scott Street for a hazardous materials incident after a gas main was struck.
Crews arrived alongside TECO and confirmed damage to a 4-inch gas main. Due to mud and water conditions, firefighters were unable to safely access the break. TECO crews excavated the area and clamped the line, stopping the leak and securing the scene.
No injuries were reported. Responding units included Engine 6, Engine 11, Rescue 6, Rescue 12, Squad 12, Battalion 1, and County 2.