Shelter-in-place lifted, 30th Street traffic impacted after gas line rupture in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa Fire Rescue says crews have capped a ruptured gas line, but traffic along a stretch of 30th Street continues to be impacted on Tuesday afternoon.

Workers responded before 7 a.m. Tuesday, leading to the closure of 30th Street at Bougainvillea Avenue for several hours.

TFR also issued a shelter-in-place order for residents within a four-block radius of the ruptured line, then lifted the order shortly before 1 p.m.

A natural gas line rupture shut down 30th Street at Bougainvillea Avenue and led to a shelter-in-place notice for the surrounding area, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.

Drivers are asked to use caution as police direct traffic around the area.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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