Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation

West Plains Fire & Rescue has ordered an evacuation of houses on a block of Ridgewood Drive and a block on Wayhaven Drive. Electric Crews are shutting power off to the area for safety purposes.
🚨 STREET CLOSURE 🚨
The West Plains Fire Department has closed Wayhaven Drive, from Roe Avenue to Paula Drive, due to a natural gas leak. The gas company is on scene and working to resolve the issue.
⛔️ Expect the closure to last, at least, two hours.
🚧 Please avoid the area and use alternate routes.
Thank you for your understanding as crews work to ensure everyone’s safety.
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