ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) –– A gas leak has shut down a portion of Tunnel Road in east Asheville.
According to a report from the Asheville Police Department and employees at local establishments, a gas leak has been reported around iHOP and Homeward Bound on the 200 block of Tunnel Road, leading to a temporary evacuation of the area.
One Tunnel Road business owner said gas company crews were telling businesses to close and evacuate the area because of the leak.
APD was called to the scene around 1 p.m. to assist with traffic in the area, where portions of Tunnel Road have been shut down beginning at the Hampton Inn entrance. The Asheville Fire Department and gas company are currently on scene.
Crowds of people are watching in the area, reportedly amid a strong noxious odor in the air.
This story is developing.
