VASCO
There was panic in Birla-Zuarinagar area after an Adani gas pipeline was damaged by workers of a contractor involved in naval works on Friday evening.
Police went to the site and cordoned off the area, even as public was evacuated to ensure safety. The fire station was also alerted and authorities were at work to assess the damage and mitigate risks.
Speaking to reporters, fire department official Prashant Pirankar said they got a call from the headquarters about the gas leakage near Ayappa temple at Zuarinagar.
"We immediately turned out to the area and noticed that the Adani Gas pipeline was cut. The Navy was engaged in the digging works when they damaged the Adani gas pipeline. When we reached, there was panic but the Adani officials had already arrived at the site along with Naval officials,” said Pirankar.
“As of now, the situation is under control and both sides of the road have been closed for traffic movement to avoid any dangers caused due to leaking gas. Works are being carried out as of now and the Adani officials have told us that they will completely shut down the gas pipeline and begin the works to repair the damaged pipeline”, he added.
When contacted, a Vasco Fire Station officer said the gas leakage was contained at about 9.30 pm and the area was out of danger.
“The gas pipeline was shut down for the day and work to repair the damage began immediately. People were later allowed to return to their homes, and the road was thrown open to traffic”, he said.
