A ruptured 1,200-gallon propane tank caused a gas leak Thursday in Mecca, prompting several street closures.
The leak was reported shortly after noon Thursday at Coahuilla and Second streets, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
The agency said street closures were in effect on Hammond Road, between Fourth Street to 66th Avenue, and Second Street, between Palm Street to Hammond Road.
Evacuation warnings issued for north of 66th Avenue, south of 64th Avenue, east of Grapefruit Boulevard and west of Johnson Street has since been lifted.
Officials said the leak was caused by a valve issue, which was “returned to operational order.”
Crews has mitigated the leak but advise residents to stay clear of the area.
The incident was turned over to the propane company and the Environmental Health Department.