Carson City Walmart on Market Street evacuated after gas leak
The Carson City Walmart store re-opened at around 2 p.m. following a gas leak in which the store was evacuated. Fire crews found the source of the leak and cut it off. Employees gathered outside the store, many opting to bring their lunches or go to nearby restaurants.
No one was injured.
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The Walmart store on Market Street in Carson City has been evacuated because of a gas leak. Carson City Fire Department was dispatched to the store as was Carson City Sheriff's Office at 12:19 p.m. for the leak. The store was evacuated.
No word yet on injuries or if the leak has been stopped. Multiple agencies have either responded or are serving as mutual backup aid.
At 12:50 there was also a gas leak reported in the 160 block of Clear Creek. Firefighters were also responding.
Check back for updates.