GARLAND, Utah — A “significant” gas leak that prompted evacuations in the Bear Hollow Community Thursday evening has been successfully shut off, according to officials from the Garland Fire Department.
The leak, which was discovered late in the day, led to the closure of both the front and back entrances of the community as emergency response teams worked to control the situation. Residents were evacuated from their homes as a precautionary measure while authorities investigated the source of the leak.
By 8 p.m. Thursday, the entrances to the community were reopened, and the evacuation orders were lifted, allowing residents to return home. The exact number of homes affected by the evacuation was not specified by officials.
The cause of the gas leak remains under investigation, though officials have yet to release further details. The Garland Fire Department has assured the public that the situation has been resolved and that the area is now safe.
Emergency responders acted swiftly to contain the leak, preventing potential hazards to the community. Authorities continue to monitor the area, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.