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Plano Fire-Rescue investigating gasoline leak in sewage system near US 75

The investigation is happening on the U.S. 75 service road between Park and Parker.

PLANO, Texas — The Plano fire department is investigating a gasoline leak in the sanitary sewer system, according to officials.

Plano Fire-Rescue said the investigation is happening along the U.S. 75 service road between Park Boulevard and Parker Road.

According to officials, crews began responding around 1:30 p.m. Friday after a call from a nearby Zenna restaurant about a strong smell of gasoline.

Crews discovered a leak happening beneath the restaurant, officials said. Crews are working to find the source of the leak, as well as flushing sewer lines.

In an update at 8:30 p.m., the fire department said air quality readings were showing safe conditions for residents.

Residents at a nearby Motel 6 and Rooms To Go store were initially evacuated as a precaution. While those evacuation orders were lifted, Motel 6 patrons are being asked to shelter in place for the evening.

Officials with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency responded to the scene, as well.

Further details were not immediately released as the investigation continues.

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