Gas leak forces closure of busy DeKalb County intersection

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DeKalb County firefighters respond to a gas leak near the intersection of Candler and Glenwood roads on Nov. 29, 2023. (FOX 5)

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Officials are asking drivers to avoid the area around Candler Road NB just south of Glenwood Road due to a gas leak.

The busy DeKalb County intersection was shut down around 4 p.m. after firefighters responded to the call.

A 4-inch gas line was struck by a crew boring a utility line in the area, according to Atlanta Gas Light.

Crews are on scene working to cap and repair the leak.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area.

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