Horsham road cordoned off after reports of gas leak

Police and fire crews cordoned off a Horsham road when a gas leak was reported early this morning.
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Three fire engines from Horsham and Crawley attended the scene in Foundry Lane, along with a breathing apparatus support unit and incident command unit.

An ambulance crew also attened when the alert was sounded just before 6am.

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A spokesman for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: “Gas monitors were used whilst a cordon was put in place, and crews wearing breathing apparatus were able to isolate the valves.

“The police and ambulance were also in attendance and multi-agency arrangements ensured that members of the public remained safe throughout.”

Crews left the scene at around 7.45am.