On Wednesday afternoon, Brandon Fire and Emergency Service, Brandon Police Service, and Manitoba Hydro attended an area of Richmond Ave East for a natural gas leak.
The odour of natural gas, along with a strong hissing sound were present in the area. Police closed Richmond Ave East from Douglas Street to Garwood Drive as a precautionary measure.
After the scene was assessed and determined to be safe, the incident was left in the hands of Manitoba Hydro, and all emergency crews cleared within the hour.
