A natural gas leak in the basement in the Art Center forced the tenants of the Art Center, Burlington By The Book, Gypsi on Jefferson and Allied Creator Studios to evacuate their buildings for a few hours today (Saturday, Jan. 29).
The Burlington Fire Department responded to the gas leak at 10:58 a.m., and called Alliant Energy to discover the source of the leak. Alliant Energy workers discovered a couple of leaks, according to fire department officials.
Tammy McCoy, executive director of the Art Center, said two pipes needed their seals tightened – a situation quickly rectified by Frank Millard and Co. Chris Murphy, owner of Burlington By the Book, was back in his shop and open for business by 2:30 p.m. Gypsi on Jefferson closed for the day.
McCoy said tonight’s Iowa street photography exhibit – “Vice Night featuring Adam Kieler" -- will go on as scheduled at 5:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend.