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#LACoFD firefighters and utility crews remain on scene of the rupture of a 34” gas transmission line in Castaic.
The Gas Company has mitigated that from Saugus to about 30 miles north. The rupture itself was north of North Park Elementary School in Castaic.
Shelter in place orders remain in place for six zones in Castaic - Sloan, Hillcrest, Greenhill, Cambridge, Charlie Canyon, and Wayside. Gas service has not been disrupted as that gas is delivered through the distribution lines.
The 5 freeway is now open in both directions. A road closure remains in effect for Ridge Route Road from just north of the elementary school to Templin Highway.
Some residents may smell an odor of natural gas in the air - please note this is not harmful and poses no immediate danger to residents. Our LACoFD hazardous material personnel continue to monitor air quality to ensure the safety of residents.
Please avoid the immediate vicinity and follow all safety instructions from officials. Public safety is the top priority.
There are no reported injuries and the cause of the rupture remains under investigation