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Pacifica Stores Evacuated Due to Gas Leak

Fire department received report of possible explosion at Linda Mar Shopping Center.

Kristine Wong, Neighbor

A Pacifica Ross store was evacuated on Saturday due to a natural gas leak, according to a fire officials.

The fire department received a report of a possible explosion at the Ross at 1410 Linda Mar Blvd. shortly before 8:30 a.m., according to the North County Fire Authority.

Fire crews arriving on the scene found a strong odor of natural gas in the building and a carbon monoxide alarm sounding. The store and an adjoining Rite-Aid were evacuated.

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Fire crews shut down the heating system and ventilated the building, and coordinated with PG&E to locate the source of the gas. There was no damage to the building or any injuries.

- Bay City News

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