Fiber Project Hits Gas Line | Columbus News

In Columbus, Ohio, a fiber optic upgrade project hit a terrifying snag when workers accidentally ruptured a gas line in the Creek Ridge neighborhood, forcing evacuations and narrowly avoiding a catastrophic explosion. While Columbia Gas fixed the leak and service resumed, city records reveal AT&T faced a $3,000 citation for permit violations — including failure to list their subcontractor and improper hole securing. Residents like Walt Pretko and Jerry Lamm, who witnessed the emergency, remain shaken, questioning safety protocols as the company apologizes and work resumes. Sunrise Telecom, the subcontractor, stayed silent. Progress may be back on track — but for locals, the lingering fear of negligence lingers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f55e7ca35766bbb0