CARMEL — I-465 eastbound lane has reopened after a gas line break disrupted traffic in Carmel on Wednesday, Carmel Fire Department Tim Griffin said.
Griffin added I-465 westbound lanes will remain closed through at least 6 p.m., and the Springmill Road overpass at I-465, just west of the US 31 interchange, will remain closed for an extended period.
According to Carmel Police Department, the inside lane of eastbound I-465 and all I-465 westbound lanes were closed at Meridian Street. Springmill Road is completely closed over I-465. Traffic is being diverted to US 31.
Tim Griffin with Carmel Fire Department said the closure could last up to four hours. It may extend into rush hour. "People should probably think about a different route home," Griffin said.
The gas leak was likely caused by construction on Meridian Street, according to Griffin. An underground drill likely hit the gas line.
Griffin said there is no danger to the public, however people in the area may smell natural gas.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
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