Grand Forks Fire Department at the scene of a gas leak on Washington Street – Grand Forks Herald

GRAND FORKS — The Grand Forks Fire Department responded Saturday to the 5600 block of South Washington Street to deal with a gas leak.

According to a press release from the fire department, the leak occurred after a contractor punctured a gas line.

The Grand Forks Police Department, Xcel Energy and Altru Ambulance also assisted.

The fire department is asking residents to stay a safe distance from the scene until emergency services can deal with the leak.

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