MADISON TWP., Clark County — Some residents in Clark County are being asked to evacuate after a gas main was damaged on Friday.
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Madison Township EMS and Fire shared an alert on social media saying that all residents in the area of Berschet Dr and Section Line Drive should “immediately evacuate” due to a damaged gas main.
News Center 7’s Malik Patterson is on the scene working to get the latest information and find out when residents will be able to return to their homes on News Center 7 starting at 5:00.
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“Law enforcement will direct you on the safest route away from the area,” the post states.
They added that a warming shelter has been opened at South Charleston Town Hall.
We’ll update this story as we learn more.
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