Gas Main Rupture Prompts Evacuations in Lawrence, Indiana
A gas main rupture has been reported in Lawrence, Indiana, near Pendleton Pike and Charney Avenue. Nearby businesses have been evacuated as a result.
Indianapolis, IN, August 20, 2026 —
A gas main ruptured in Lawrence, Indiana, prompting the evacuation of nearby businesses. The incident occurred near the intersection of Pendleton Pike and Charney Avenue.
Emergency responders are on the scene. The extent of the rupture and the specific companies or agencies involved in the repair efforts have not yet been provided.
The area surrounding the rupture has been cordoned off as a safety precaution. The specific number of businesses evacuated and the names of those businesses were not immediately available.
Further details regarding the cause of the rupture and the timeline for restoration of gas service are pending.
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