Gas leak on Upper West Side after high-pressure line struck, FDNY says

The FDNY responded to a gas leak in Morningside Heights, prompting evacuations Wednesday afternoon.

What we know:

Con Edison crews worked to shut down the leak, and a search was conducted to ensure there was no gas in the buildings before evacuees were allowed to return; seven buildings were evacuated.

According to the FDNY, a high-pressure gas line was struck at 3081 Broadway between West 122nd Street and La Salle Street.

Officials said excavators hit a high-pressure line, causing the gas leak.

No injuries were reported.

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