Shaw Local

News   •   Sports   •   Obituaries   •   eNewspaper   •   Everyday Heroes   •   The Scene   •   175 Years
Kane County Chronicle

Breaking: Gas leak prompts evacuations in Campton Hills

Area evacuated, all roads shut down

Emergency lights

A natural gas leak at Illinois Route 64 and LaFox Road in Campton Hills Monday morning has resulted in an area evacuation while Nicor works to fix the pipeline, officials said.

Fox River & Countryside Fire/Rescue was on scene as traffic was being shut down in all directions.

According to a news release from fire officials, minutes after 10 a.m., a construction crew hit and ruptured a 4-inch gas line that began leaking.

Local commercial buildings were evacuated, including Cadence Academy Preschool and Kindercare Preschool, the release stated.

All other occupants and residents were advised to securely close all doors and windows and shelter in place.

One construction employee was treated for minor injuries and released. The repair operations estimated to be complete by 3:30 p.m., the release stated.

Kane County Emergency Management is currently serving in a support role at the scene for traffic control assistance.

Other agencies assisting include Bartlett and Countryside Fire Protection District, Burlington Community Fire Protection District, Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District, Elgin Fire Department and South Elgin and Countryside Fire Protection District, the release stated.

Brenda Schory

Brenda Schory

Brenda Schory covers Geneva, crime and courts, and features for the Kane County Chronicle