Gas leak in Franklin Square

Clafin Boulevard is closed

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A gas leak was being reported at 9:20 a.m. Aug. 13 in the area of Clafin Blvd. in Franklin Square. Motorists are advised that Clafin Boulevard is closed between Hempstead Turnpike and Fenworth Boulevard and also Benrist Avenue between Commonwealth Street and Jefferson Street. The closures are due to a ruptured gas line in the area. Motorists should avoid the area. One source tells the Herald that evacuations have been made.