Propane Leak Contained in Suffolk, Traffic Disrupted

Emergency services responded to a propane leak on Northgate Commerce Parkway in Suffolk at around 3:42 p.m. A 1,000-gallon propane tank was discovered leaking at a distribution warehouse. Firefighters evacuated the warehouse, cooled the tank with a hose line, and reseated the relief valve.

The incident was brought under control by 5:30 p.m., with Northgate Commerce Parkway reopening to traffic at 6 p.m. Traffic was impacted for over an hour, causing delays on nearby roads. The efficient response minimized risks to public safety.