ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) - Columbus Gas says it is shutting off the gas for about 2,500 residents in Elyria due to a problem discovered during a routine maintenance check.
The company discovered air in a gas line Thursday afternoon, and says it is shutting off the gas flow as a precaution in affected areas. The company says residents are safe and crews will visit each affected customer to conduct a home safety inspection.
The mayor’s office says affected customers will be without gas for between 24 and 48 hours.
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Elyria City Schools canceled classes Friday because of the shut-off. The American Red Cross has also opened a shelter for residents.
The Elyria Fire Department is urging residents not to use auxiliary heating methods during the outage.
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