WAUPACA (NBC 26) — According to a press release from the Waupaca Area Fire District, over 200 homes will have gas service interrupted due to a gas main shut off.
Emergency personnel will be going door to door in the effected area to notify residents. The area can be described as follows:
Residents South of Leighton, North of Granite Street, East of Bailey Street and West of Pleasant Street.
The shut off will result in a temporary loss of natural gas service, including heating, for an undetermined period. As temperatures are expected to drop to 5 degrees below zero tonight, residents who rely on natural gas for heat are strongly encouraged to relocate to an alternative location with working heat sources.
The Recreation Center located at 407 School Street in Waupaca is open as a warming shelter for those who choose to leave their home and need a warm place.
NBC 26 will continue to bring you updates on this story as it develops.
