Businesses on Krog Street evacuated due to natural gas leak

ATLANTA — Firefighters responded to reports of a natural gas leak on Krog Street Monday.

Atlanta Fire Rescue said that Krog Street was currently blocked between Edgewood Ave. and Irwin Street NW.

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Three surrounding businesses were evacuated. They’ve since reopened.

Atlanta Gas Light said a contractor damaged a two-inch line just before noon.

Atlanta firefighters later turned the case over to the gas company for further inspection.

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The road has since reopened.

That stretch of road is home to the popular Krog Street Market and The Stove Works developments.

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No illnesses or injuries were reported.

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