I’m working the story tonight. If you’re affected and want to comment, please call me at 978-946-2134.
Here’s the official press release from the mayor’s office:
MAJOR GAS OUTAGE IN WEST METHUEN
Columbia Gas Company has informed the city that due to a loss of pressure, a gas main in Methuen has been shut down causing gas outages affecting over one thousand customers in West Methuen. There is no danger to residents from the work being performed. Columbia Gas is in the process of locking all gas meters in the impacted areas to the off position as a safety precaution. They are in residential areas going door to door to gain access to each residential meter. Work will continue throughout the night and into Friday, December 10th. Once the problem is fixed, Columbia Gas ser
