Homepage > Boston News

Gas Main Break Closes Route 1

Route 1 In Saugus Reopens Late Tuesday Morning

POSTED: 9:47 am EDT May 6, 2008
UPDATED: 12:05 pm EDT May 6, 2008

A gas main break shut down Route 1 in Saugus in both directions for a short time on Tuesday morning.

Raw Video: Gas Line Break | Check Your Drive

A construction crew hit the gas main, disrupting gas service in the area.

Southbound Route 1 traffic was detoured at the Lynn Fells Parkway, and northbound traffic was rerouted at Main Street. The roadway was fully reopened just before 11 a.m.

No evacuations were necessary.


Links We Like

Employers generally have options when it comes to hiring. Makes sure you present yourself as professionally as possible, or else. More

You can pick your friends, but not your family -- or your neighbors. Here's what you need to know about how to deal with yours. More

It was bound to happen. There are now applications for your cell phone that can help you avoid speeding tickets as well as traffic jams. Drive carefully. More

Featured On 5

Caregiving