Raleigh’s New Bern Avenue Intersection Shut Down: Gas Leak Alert

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A gas leak near a construction site in Raleigh, North Carolina resulted in part of New Bern Avenue being closed. The leak occurred just before 1 p.m. and the intersection of New Bern Avenue and Clarendon Crescent was closed for several hours for repairs. Motorists were advised to detour around N. King Charles Road and Longview Lake Road.

Raleigh Gas Leak Closes Part of New Bern Avenue

A construction site gas leak has resulted in a road closure on New Bern Avenue in Raleigh on Monday afternoon. The Raleigh Police Department’s watch commander confirmed that the leak occurred shortly before 1 p.m.

As crews attend to the situation, the intersection of New Bern Avenue and Clarendon Crescent remains closed. Motorists are advised to use the detour via N. King Charles Road and Longview Lake Road.

While there is currently no estimated time frame for the repair, city officials anticipate that it will take several hours. Updates on the Raleigh City website will provide ongoing information about the road closure and detour routes.

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