On July 19, 2024, at 10:32 AM, Albuquerque Fire Rescue’s (AFR) Engine 11 responded to a blowing gas line at Central and La Veta. The line was struck during utility work. AFR dispatch sent a 60-B response, consisting of a single engine and a hazmat squad. Engine 11 has deployed a line to protect NM Gas Company crews as they work to stop the leak. AFR and NM Gas have been busy today with multiple gas line incidents.
Central is shut down in both directions at La Veta while NM Gas works to stop a gas leak. Due to the size of the main, additional excavation will be necessary.
Additional lanes of traffic might be closed due to this incident. If we learn more, we will update you.
Busy Day for AFR: Responds to Four Other Gas Leaks
Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a series of gas leaks across the city today.
The first incident occurred around 8:00 AM at the 6900 block of Derickson Ave NE. AFR crews were on scene for approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to address the leak.
Shortly after, at 8:35 AM, AFR responded to a second gas leak at the 7600 block of Sunrose Dr NW. This call was resolved more quickly, with AFR crews on scene for about 20 minutes.
A third gas leak occurred just before 9:05 AM in the 8300 block of Twain Way NW. This leak required AFR’s attention for an extended period, with crews working for over an hour and 41 minutes.
The most recent gas leak call came in near the 5600 block of Addis Dr SE, around 11:10 AM. AFR responded and worked on the leak for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Currently, no injuries have been reported in connection with any of these gas leaks.
UPDATE:
Around 2:25 PM, AFR’s Squad 3 and Engine 13 responded to reports of another gas leak at Montgomery Blvd NE and Wyoming Blvd NE. Drivers may encounter the Albuquerque Police Department or Police Service Aides (PSAs) diverting traffic in this area.
Currently, it’s unclear whether AFR has confirmed a gas leak or is investigating a suspected leak.
At 2:55 PM, AFR cleared from the Montgomery and Wyoming call.
Why are there so many gas leaks?