FM 2218 reopened after construction crew hits gas line, Fort Bend County officials say

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Authorities in Fort Bend County warned residents of a gas line rupture that caused traffic delays for hours in the Rosenberg area on Tuesday.

Rosenberg police said a construction crew hit the gas line along FM 2218, which was closed between Bryan and Koeblen roads.
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The Fort Bend County Fire Marshal's Office said hazmat crews worked with the Rosenberg Fire Department to clear the incident.

At about noon, officials added that the roadway would be closed for an extended period. As of 4:20 p.m., authorities said the leak was stopped and the roadway was back open.
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