KCK's Armourdale neighborhood 'all clear' after gas line struck

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Residents of Kansas City, Kansas' Armourdale neighborhood are safe to return home after a gas line rupture Monday.

Just after 11 a.m., an evacuation order went into effect for homes and businesses along Kansas Avenue between 7th and 18th streets.

Police said heavy equipment struck a large gas line, prompting the evacuation.

About two hours later, an all-clear was given. KCKPD reports one closure remains on 10th Street between Kansas and McAlpnie avenues.

Gas for the ruptured line has been shut off, but crews remain on the scene for inspections and repairs.

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