Gas Leak Closes Portions of Central Ave. and White St.

DUBUQUE, Iowa – The Dubuque Fire Department is responding to a natural gas leak on Central Ave. near 22nd St.

Central Ave. from 21st St. to 23rd St. and White St. from 21st St. to 22nd St. have been closed to allow Black Hills Energy personnel access to the site.

As a precaution, Knicker's Saloon along with other businesses in the immediate area have been evacuated. It is estimated the repair will take approximately three hours. Central Ave. and White St. will be reopened as soon as it is deemed safe.

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