There were no reported injuries.
New Market, Md (KM) Frederick County Fire and rescue crews responded to the town of New Market on Monday for a outside gas leak.
Officials say they were dispatched at 12:18 PM to the 100 block of West Main Street where they discovered the leak. They closed off Route 144 between Old New Market Road and Boyers Mill Road.
Personnel also did meter readings of nearby homes, and urged occupants to shelter in place. They also asked Frederick County Public Schools to keep students at New Market Elementary and Middle Schools inside.
Washington Gas responded. and confirmed a gas main had been struck.
Fire and rescue metered all nearly homes and businesses, and came up with negative readings.
The utility was able to secure the leak at 1:10 PM. All fire and rescue units started clearing the scene. after that.
Fire officials say there were no reported injuries.
By Kevin McManus