Gas Leak Forces Evacuations in New Glarus

On Monday, June 3, around 10:15 a.m., a gas line was broken in the area of 3rd Avenue and 6th Street by construction crews. New Glarus Fire Department, Police Department and Public Works blocked off streets and went door-to-door to help residents evacuate the area. The gas leak was repaired and people were allowed to return to their homes early in the afternoon.