A major gas leak closed access to two streets in Downtown Riverside Tuesday through Wednesday after a construction crew accidentally ruptured a main.
Construction crews ruptured the main at 11:45 p.m. near Market Street and 10th Street, according to Riverside Fire Department Chief DeLaurie. The gas came in contact with a power line shortly after, which resulted in two minor explosions and power outages.
Riverside Public Utilities is assisting Riverside firefighters and police in barricading the area while Southern California Gas Company works to repair the break. Officials believe the repair may take several hours.
No injuries were reported.
