Updated Story: The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office says Highway 70 West is back open at Highway 321 following a large gas leak in Lenior City earlier today.

Lenoir City Utilities Board officials say electric crews hit a six-inch gas line.

The leak in the area of Highway 321 and Old America Road.

Officials were monitoring fumes near North Middle School but no action was necessary.

Original Story: A large gas leak in Lenior City will have Highway 70 at Highway 321 while crews repair the busted gas line.

Lenoir City Utilities Board officials say electric crews hit a six-inch gas line and gas crews are working to repair it.

The leak is in the area of Highway 321 and Old America Road.
The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office says Highway 70 West at 321 is shut down and they expect it to remained closed for several hours.

Officials are also monitoring fumes near North Middle School but there’s no word on a lockdown or similar action at this time.