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Gas Leak Prompts Evacuations in Jackson, Amador County

12 June 2026 13:55

A natural gas leak in Jackson, Amador County, has triggered mandatory evacuations. The leak was caused by construction on Bright Avenue.

Evacuation orders cover areas near Highway 88, Mission Boulevard, Center Street, and Broadway. The sheriff's office lobby is closed.

The timeline for lifting the order is unknown.

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