San Francisco fire crews evacuate some Bret Harte residents due to reported gas leak

PIX Now afternoon edition 10-1-2024

PIX Now afternoon edition 10-1-2024

10:23

San Francisco firefighters said some Bret Harte neighborhood residents may have to evacuate or shelter in place due to a reported gas leak.

The fire department said crews and police were knocking on doors south of Paul Avenue, between Crane and Carr streets, to inform residents if they should temporarily relocate.

LOCAL EVACUATION!
Residents south of Paul Ave between Crane st and Carr st are advised to follow local instructions if advised to evacuate or shelter in place.
SFFD and @SFPD are going door to door to advise which residents should relocate temporarily.
This is a precaution. pic.twitter.com/8Ueg0ZSM7x

— SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA (@SFFDPIO) October 1, 2024

According to the fire department, the evacuations are a precaution, and police are working with SF Muni to temporarily accommodate any displaced residents.

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