[Revel]

“This is probably a stupid question, but I am good at them. Can’t they turn off the gas from its source?”

Yes that is critical. The problem is that it sounds like a very large feed line has broken. The gas is already moving under ground. It will continue to disperse for some time even after the main line is shut off. The power company should cut all the power. That would eliminate many but not all of the ignition sources. The Gas simply won’t explode without an ignition source. Since modern appliances don’t have pilot lights then there are far more electrical ignition sources.

[LostInBayport]

The power company should cut all the power. That would eliminate many but not all of the ignition sources. The Gas simply won’t explode without an ignition source.

That sounds like the best choice. It is not winter so no one will freeze. I hope this occurs to someone in authority and soon!

[LostInBayport]

Just saw this:

“Mass. State Police say power is being shut off in Lawrence, Andover and North Andover”

Someone took your advice!