Gas Line Rupture and Evacuation on Longwood Avenue

Summary: A construction company struck a gas line at 1430 Longwood Avenue in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, prompting emergency response from the UMGRO Fire Department and other units. Gas was actively leaking, and the construction crew was unable to shut off the flow due to lack of a key. Emergency personnel coordinated with energy providers and began evacuating nearby residences, particularly on Woodside and near the crossroads of Ventral Lane and Elmhurst Parkway. Multiple updates were provided regarding the evacuation progress and the status of the gas leak. The incident required a coordinated response to ensure public safety and mitigate the risk of explosion or exposure.