MARCH 3, 2015
BETHESDA, MARYLAND
A break in a high-pressure gas line in Bethesda is causing
evacuations, according to Montgomery County fire crews.
The break happened in the 4800 block of Montgomery Lane
between Arlington Road and Woodmont Avenue, according to tweets by Montgomery
County Fire and Rescue Services spokesman Pete Piringer. Residential evacuations are underway, and the
area has been cordoned off.
A hazmat team is also on the scene assisting.