Gasoline Pipeline Strike Closes River Road in Montgomery County

A construction crew struck an underground gasoline pipeline around 3:30 p.m. Thursday, November 5, prompting road closures and safety measures in the area near Bridgeport and Upper Merion Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

River Road, also known as Route 23, was shut between East 4th Street and B Street. Police also closed traffic in and around the site near Coates Street as emergency crews responded.

Nearby residents were evacuated as a precaution, while those who live or work nearby were asked to shelter in place. Police and fire personnel were at the scene as crews worked to assess the damaged pipeline.

The spill was reported near Insurance Auto Auction. Authorities had not provided further details about the extent of the damage or when the road would reopen.