Natural Gas Leak Prompts Road Closure In Eagan

EAGAN, Minn. (WCCO) -- A gas leak shut down northbound lanes of a busy Eagan road Thursday afternoon.

The Eagan Police Department says northbound lanes on Pilot Knob Road from Northwoods Parkway to Jurdy Road will remain closed until crews have finished the necessary repairs.

Authorities say there's no direct threat to the area.

The repairs are expected to last late into Thursday evening.