About 1,000 state workers were evacuated from the California Environmental Protection Agency building in downtown Sacramento after construction crews struck a large natural gas line Tuesday afternoon, officials said.
The Sacramento Fire Department said the gas leak was reported near the intersection of 11th and H streets, where construction crews were working.
Fire officials said in addition to the EPA building, two nearby hotels were also evacuated as a precaution.
No injuries have been reported.
Pacific Gas and Electric crews were working to repair the damaged gas line, officials said.
Fire crews were expected to remain at the scene until the leak was contained and the area was deemed safe. Motorists and pedestrians were urged to avoid the area while emergency crews worked to resolve the leak.
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