U-Haul Temporarily Closed for Hazardous Materials Leak

Quick reactions from employees at a local U-Haul moving and storage facility, as well as the Troy Fire Department, helped stop a propane leak on Sunday morning.

U-Haul, located at 1250 W. Maple Rd., east of Crooks in Troy was closed for business until the leak was stopped and then re-opened for rentals only following the incident.

Firefighters from Station 3 arriving at about 7:47 a.m. encountered a 1,600 gallon liquid propane filling tank with vapors coming from a purge vent. Under the protection of a hose line, firefighters were able to locate and close a purge valve that was in the open position, stopping the leak. 

The tank is used to fill customers’ barbeque and RV propane cylinders. According to the Fire Department, the tank will not be used again until the gas supplier can make a thorough inspection.