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Underground Gas Fire in Hillsborough Forces Evacuations as PSE&G Lowers Line Pressure

Utility crews are reducing main pressure to enable a safe shutdown and extinguishment.

Overview

  • Flames were seen venting from a sewer on Millstone River Road after a late Wednesday leak in an underground PSE&G pipeline ignited.
  • Police initially responded to reports of a transformer incident and found a live electrical wire sparking near the scene.
  • Authorities reported at least seven homes evacuated out of caution, with no injuries or residential damage confirmed.
  • Millstone River Road remains closed between Claremont Drive and the Millstone River Road Bypass, with significant delays expected.
  • PSE&G is methodically cutting gas pressure before closing a valve, then locating the leak for repairs once the fire is out.