Saratoga Gas Update: Leak Is Capped

SARATOGA-PG&E crews have capped a gas leak at a home in Saratoga this morning, a utility spokeswoman said.

PG&E was notified of the leak on a three-quarter-inch gas line at a home near Cox Avenue and Glen Arbor Court around 10:45 a.m., PG&E spokeswoman Mayra Tostado said.

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Crews were able to cap the line about two hours later. A third-party contractor had been excavating at the home and struck the line, according to Tostado.

PG&E workers are in the process of restoring gas service to the home this afternoon, she said, and no evacuations were needed. No injuries were reported.

Santa Clara County firefighters also responded to the scene, fire spokeswoman Stephanie Stuehler said.

It was not clear if gas lines were marked at the home before the digging work began, according to Tostado.

The public is advised to call 811 to make sure gas lines are marked to avoid any ruptures, Tostado said.

-Bay City News