Australia: Traffic restrictions in place following gas leak in Perth, Western Australia State, June 14

Event

A gas pipeline leak at a construction site in Forrest Place, Perth, has prompted officials to close Roe Street between Barrack and Lake streets the afternoon of June 14. Authorities are advising residents in the vicinity to shelter indoors and others to avoid the area until further notice.

Localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours. Business disruptions may occur in the vicinity. Evacuations are possible as precaution as emergency crews and utility workers conduct repairs.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Follow all security personnel instructions, including any evacuation orders. Allow additional travel time in the area. Consider remaining indoors if fumes are heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from gas or smoke exposure. Eye and skin irritation are possible; flush irritated areas with copious amounts of clean water.