Massachusetts

Homes Evacuated in Quincy After Gas Leak

A gas leak in Quincy, Massachusetts forced residents to evacuate Friday morning.

Police say the gas leak was in the area of West Squantum Street.

Two multi-family homes and a single-family home were evacuated as a precaution, affecting approximately 10 people. Residents have since returned.

The road was completely blocked off at one point while crews made repairs. By 8:30 a.m., West Squantum Street westbounded heading into Milton was reopened. The eastbound side of West Squantum Street has reopened as well.

Fire officials asked residents not to turn their lights on or start their cars in the area.

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