KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The scene of a large gas pipeline break Friday morning is safe and secure, according to a spokesperson for Southern Star Center Gas Pipeline.
Emergency crews were alerted to the scene just after 9 a.m. near Hubach Hill and Brook Parkway.
Eric Smith of South Metro Fire said the break was in a totally un-populated area, and no evacuations were necessary. Gas could be seen shooting into the air from the large break - which fire officials believe is a 12 or 16-inch line.
A spokesperson from Southern Star, the company that operates the pipeline, said they were notified just before 9 a.m. Friday that a third-party had struck the pipeline. The company said it activated its emergency response plan.
"Southern Star would like to thank local first responders for their assistance in responding to the event," the spokesperson said in a statement. "Our team members are committed to supporting local agencies to ensure the safety of our team, contractors and local communities."
The company spokesperson said no future customer impacts are expected.
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