Informational: Update – The gas leak on West Drive has been resolved and repaired

The natural gas leak noted in today’s (Oct. 19) Alert Carolina informational message at 2:05 p.m. has been resolved and repaired. Gas service has been restored, and odors have mostly dissipated from the affected buildings. People in that area have resumed normal activities.

Please see below for the previous Alert Carolina Informational message:

Students, Faculty, and Staff:

There is a natural gas leak near UNC Hospital on West Drive. The gas has been turned off, and Dominion Gas is on the scene to respond. There is a smell of gas in the area and in nearby buildings. Please avoid this area. If you are nearby, follow instructions from first responders.