Gas Line Struck, Causing Route 59 Closure

Contractors struck a natural gas line on Route 59 in Monsey, causing part of the roadway to be closed to traffic, according to Ramapo Police.

A gas line break by construction workers has closed part of Route 59 in Monsey.
Photo Credit: *Ramapo Police Department/Facebook*

Kathy Reakes

08/28/2018 2:42 p.m.

The incident took place around 1:40 p.m. Tuesday in front of 156 Route 59, police said. The road is closed from Augusta Avenue to Remsen Avenue with a detour set-up to guide drivers.

The utility company is on the scene to make repairs.

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