Jun 14, 2022

Some residents evacuated after Saline Co. crash

Posted Jun 14, 2022 5:27 PM
First responders on the scene of the accident Tuesday morning-photo courtesy KHP
First responders on the scene of the accident Tuesday morning-photo courtesy KHP

SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities were on the scene of a single vehicle accident in Saline County. Old 40 Highway between Ohio and Simpson was shut down when the vehicle struck a power pole and gas line, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.

Kansas Gas and the Salina Regional HazMat Team - a part of the Salina Fire Department - are on the scene.

Officials with Kanasas Gas Service encouraged residents within a one mile radius north and east of the area to evacuate their homes until further notice. 

Check the post for additional details as they become available.