Tag Archives: Gas Leak

A serious gas leak in the basement of the Gainesboro Water Department’s main office has left the department without any heat. Water Distribution Supervisor Johnny Pigg said the gas line going to the building’s heater began leaking Thursday and was promptly shut off. Pigg said the gas company proposed two possible methods to re-plumb the gas line. “They may can ... Read More »

School Drive in Gainesboro was shut down Monday due to a gas leak. Gainesboro Fire Department Assistant Chief Isaac Davis said a construction company had accidentally hit the line while working. He said the road was blocked off for about an hour while Middle Tennessee Gas crews worked on repairs. Davis said there was no sign of any larger issues, ... Read More »

Hilham Elementary School will resume classes as normal Friday after a gas leak caused an early dismissal Thursday morning. Principal Kelly Montgomery said the school has been thoroughly inspected and cleared to reopen. “The maintenance team has actually been on the roof all day long,” Montgomery said. “So they are clearing and working one by one on our new HVAC ... Read More »

Students and faculty were evacuated from Hilham Elementary School Thursday morning after a potential gas leak. Principal Kelly Montgomery said school administration was made aware of the potential leak at 8:00 a.m. The school immediately dismissed early. The Hilham Volunteer Fire Department along with other emergency crews responded. No other information has been shared at this time. Read More »