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)

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