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Main Street in Richmond reopens after closing due to propane leak

The stretch of road reopened around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday.
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RICHMOND, Maine — Officials closed a section of Main Street in Richmond Tuesday morning due to a propane leak.

The road was closed from the Exit 43 Quik Stop gas station at 712 Main Street to Enterprise Farms at 467 Main Street. The stretch of road reopened around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday.

Sagadahoc County dispatch told NEWS CENTER Maine the Richmond Fire Department responded to the scene.

During the road closure, officials told drivers to seek a different route.

The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office said it alerted and called businesses and residents in the area.

Officials said more information would be provided after the scene is clear and the road has been reopened.

This story will be updated as NEWS CENTER Maine learns more.

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