Shelter-in-place near Falcon for gas leak
(FALCON, Colo.) — A second shelter-in-place has been issued for a gas leak in a neighborhood north of Falcon in less than a week.
According to a Peak Alert sent by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO), a shelter-in-place was issued shortly before 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20 for a half-mile radius in the 10000 block of Rainbow Ridge Drive, just north of Londonderry Drive.
Those in the warned area should stay indoors, close all doors and windows, and turn off heating and cooling systems. Do not use open flames or anything that could cause a spark. All others should avoid the area.
On Wednesday, May 14, another shelter-in-place was issued, also for a gas leak.
This is a developing story. FOX21 News will provide updates as information becomes available.
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