Police: NJ Turnpike Reopens After Gas Leak
CHERRY HILL, NJ (CBS) -- According to New Jersey State Police, the New Jersey Turnpike was temporarily closed in both directions in Cherry Hill due to a gas leak.
Authorities say just before noon, contractors working in the area struck a gas line.
NJTPK Northbound closed at Interchange 1 due to ruptured gas pipe in Cherry Hill. Traffic being diverted to I-295. Pike to reopen soon.
— NJSP - State Police (@NJSP) August 7, 2015
As a result, police closed the NJ Turnpike in all directions at exit 3 and Burnt Mill Road for a short time.
Less than an hour later, Cherry Hill Police posted on their Facebook page: The gas pipe was shut off and police are reopening the local roadways as well as the NJ Turnpike and I-295. Thank you for your cooperation.
