Fire and Rescue responds to a gas leak in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Many drivers in Columbus had to take an alternate route this morning.
According to Columbus Fire Chief Duane Hughes, around 8:30 a.m. until around 11 a.m., Columbus Fire and Rescue responded to a natural gas leak on Military Road – extending to Black Creek Road.
The affected area was near Bethel Church.
Drivers had delays and had to take detours in order to avoid the gas leak and ensure safety.
Hughes says the gas leak is now repaired and the road is back open.