Gas Leak Outside Residence After Vehicle Strikes Meter on West Barker Avenue

Summary: A gas leak was reported outside a residence at 1713 West Barker Avenue, Peoria, Illinois, after a vehicle struck an outside gas meter. Fire units, including Engine 2, were dispatched to the scene. The incident was confirmed as an outside gas leak, and coordination with utility (gas company) and dispatch was established. Police assistance was offered but ultimately declined as not needed. The situation was managed without escalation, and no injuries or immediate threats to life were reported.