Crime & Safety
Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation
Fire companies responded to a report of a possible explosion in Pacifica this morning.
On Saturday morning at 8:21 a.m., four fire companies and a chief officer responded to a possible explosion at the Pacifica Ross Department store.
The first crew to arrive at the 1410 Linda Mar Blvd. business reported a strong smell of natural gas. Carbon monoxide detectors were sounding as they entered the building.
Fire officials evacuated the store and the adjoining Rite-Aid, shut down the heating system and ventilated the building. They worked with PG&E to find the source of gas.
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There was no damage to the building's interior or injuries and PG&E remained on scene. The fire companies left after about an hour.
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