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Gas leak from vehicle in central Uppsala prompts police response

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Gas leak from vehicle in central Uppsala prompts police response
Key Points
  • A vehicle leaked gas in central Uppsala, prompting police and rescue services to respond.
  • A cordon was set up in areas including Munkgatan, with authorities stating it was not life-threatening.
  • The incident was reported around 09:05, with details subject to change as investigations continue.

A gas leak from a vehicle occurred in central Uppsala on March 20, according to reports. Police were on the scene at Svandammen to assist rescue services with a vehicle leaking some form of gas. A police cordon was established, reportedly covering areas including Östra Ågatan to Sjukhusvägen and Munkgatan.

Rescue services were alerted about the gas leak, which reportedly involved a vehicle releasing biogas. According to rescue services, a section of Munkgatan was cordoned off pending investigation. The alarm came in around 09:05.

Rescue services stated it was not life-threatening but they had cordoned off the area. Police urged the public to respect the cordons. Information is preliminary and may be updated.

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