Montgomery County officials find gas leak at Northwood High School construction site
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February 26, 2026
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue says there was a gas leak at the construction site of a high school.
Officials say the incident happened at the Northwood High School construction site.
They say there was a four-inch, high-pressure gas line that ruptured. It is now secured and under control. There was no fire, and no injuries were reported.
University Boulevard is open between Caddington Avenue and Arcola Avenue. But police remain on the scene.
Representatives with the gas company are also on scene, controlling the gas leak near the home.
Residents have been advised to shelter in place, but officials say no evacuations are necessary at this time.
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