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Roads reopened in Rowlett after gas leak, separate 'major accident,' police say

The leak affected traffic on Rowlett and Miller Roads. The accident was reported to be on Highway 66.
Credit: WTOL 11

ROWLETT, Texas — Police in Rowlett shut down roads and a part of State Highway 66 on Tuesday as they addressed two separate situations.

Officials said a natural gas leak led them to close off intersection at Rowlett Road and Miller Road. Around 5:15 p.m., police said Rowlett Road had been reopened. Driver may still experience delays though, as crews work to repair the line. Police said it may take until 7 p.m. Tuesday. 

The other incident is a major accident on State Highway 66, also known as the Heroes Memorial Bridge. Police said the westbound lanes would be closed until 3:25 p.m.

Both alerts were shared shortly after 1 p.m.

Information on what caused both incidents is limited at this time.

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