Overview
- The strong gas smell spread across parts of the Houston area Thursday afternoon and prompted a precautionary evacuation of Lone Star College-Houston North (Fallbrook) that was lifted about 30 minutes later when the campus was cleared.
- Tomball, Channelview and northwest Harris County officials reported numerous resident complaints and have opened coordinated investigations into the source.
- The Tomball Fire Department flagged a reported “release” involving CenterPoint Energy infrastructure in the Channelview area, and media outlets have contacted CenterPoint for comment.
- Authorities have not confirmed a definitive source or any ongoing public danger and are urging people who smell gas to leave the area, avoid open flames and report concerns to local officials or CenterPoint Energy.
- Investigations and utility checks are continuing and residents should expect follow-up alerts or utility crews in the area as officials work to pinpoint the origin and ensure public safety.