Construction crews hit a gas line at Ole Miss this morning.
According to the university’s Twitter account, the crews realized the mistake and immediately responded.
Construction workers have ruptured a gas line near the new STEM building. Repairs are being made. Please exercise caution in the area.
— Ole Miss (@OleMissRebels) February 16, 2017
Oxford Police reported to the scene to help with the situation. While students will continue to smell gas, the all clear has been given.
(2/2) OFD is on scene. The smell of gas will linger in the air for the next few hours. But the line has been secured. But everything is ok.
— OleMissPolice (@OleMissPolice) February 16, 2017