Shepherd-area residents evacuated after Friday gas leak

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Residents in the Shepherd area had to leave their homes Friday night after a gas leak nearby. 

San Jacinto County: Shepherd-area gas leak

What they're saying:

The county office of emergency management shared that a pipeline released gas just outside of Shepherd, possibly from "third-party excavation activity."

Officials say the leak has since been isolated and crews are removing the product from the pipeline.

A FOX 26 crew was present near FM 1127 Saturday afternoon as it remained closed off. Officials say it could remain closed through the weekend.

A 24-hour alternate route is said to be available.

For displaced residents

What you can do:

Residents who had to stay out of their homes overnight are asked to email their receipt for reimbursement at RESnotices@oneok.com.

The Source: San Jacinto County office of Emergency Management

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