August 16, 2016

After gas line ruptures, homeowners reminded to call before digging

With the recent incidences of gas line ruptures, all due to construction activity, the Rapid City Fire Department is utilizing the opportunity to educate homeowners and contractors they need to dial 811 in South Dakota before you dig. With the recent incidences of gas line ruptures, all due to construction activity, the Rapid City Fire Department is utilizing the opportunity to educate homeowners and contractors they need to dial 811 in South Dakota before you dig. (City Photo)

The Rapid City Fire Department has responded to three separate gas line ruptures in the past two days. 

All of the ruptures - Monday's gas line rupture on East Boulevard and Tuesday's incidents at 48th and Baldwin, and on Fulton Street - were caused by construction activity in the area.

Although due to construction, Rapid City Fire Department officials indicate the ruptures serve as a great reminder to homeowners to dial 811 in South Dakota before they dig.  Homeowners and contractors alike who plan to dig are required to notify South Dakota 811 prior to beginning their work. 

For more information, visit www.sdonecall.com.

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