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31/03/2017
Major Gas Leak In Co Antrim
A number of homes had to be evacuated following a major gas leak in Co Antrim.
The incident happened in the Stiles Way area at around 10pm on Thursday, 30 March.
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and local residents were advised to stay indoors and keep all their windows and doors closed.
It is believed a gas main may have been punctured by a contractor using an excavator.
(CD/LM)
The incident happened in the Stiles Way area at around 10pm on Thursday, 30 March.
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and local residents were advised to stay indoors and keep all their windows and doors closed.
It is believed a gas main may have been punctured by a contractor using an excavator.
(CD/LM)
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