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Major Gas Leak Near Tomball Prompts School Lockdowns and Shelter-in-Place

Authorities report no gas detected on campuses.

Overview

  • Emergency crews responded after a main gas line was struck near W. Lake Run Boulevard and Shaw Road on Tuesday, according to Harris County Precinct 4.
  • Wildwood Elementary was placed on lockdown as a precaution, and officials said there were no gas issues on the campus.
  • Tomball ISD said four nearby schools went into secure mode, including Tomball Memorial High, Canyon Pointe Elementary, Oakcrest Intermediate, and Wildwood Elementary.
  • Police and fire asked people near the leak to shelter in place, which means go inside, close doors and windows, turn off air conditioning if possible, and avoid the area.
  • CenterPoint Energy joined Tomball police, fire, and Precinct 4 deputies at the scene, and officials have not said what caused the strike or how long repairs will take.