DATE OF INCIDENT: 11/10/2009
INCIDENT TYPE: HazMat
INCIDENT ADDRESS: 1504 West Shannon
CITY: Spokane
STATE: WA
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NARRATIVE: On Tuesday November 10, 2009 the Spokane Fire Department responded at 3:54 PM to1504 W. Shannon on a report of a natural gas leak. First crews on the scene reported that a natural gas line located in the alley behind this address was damaged when the home owner had been working in the area. Nearby homes were evacuated due to exposure to the natural gas vapors and the scene was secured in approximately 2 hours. Avista will remain on scene through out the night as they complete the necessary repairs to the 6 inch gas line.
PROBABLE CAUSE: The cause is currently under investigation by Avista
DAMAGE EXTENT: Damage was confined to the gas line in the alley
DOLLAR LOSS:
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSE: 22
MUTUAL AID: None Given
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