Methane leak prompts evacuation order north of Wasco

Gas leak prompts road closures near Wasco-Kern County Airport, motorists urged to detour

Residents are asked to avoid the area of Phillips Road and Palm Avenue, near the Wasco-Kern County Airport, after a report of a gas leak.According to the CHP’s

Methane leak prompts evacuation order north of Wasco

A methane gas leak has caused an evacuation order of areas just north of Wasco, Friday morning.According to a Facebook post from ReadyKern, the Kern County Sheriff's Office says the gas leak has become a threat to areas north of Wasco. There is an evacuation order for the area 902-Wasco Wellhead HazMat 012326.Per the post, methane can cause dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and even death. There is also the possibility of permanent brain damage from s…

Kern County Issues Evacuation Orders After Methane Gas Release

Authorities have issued an evacuation order Friday for areas north of Wasco after a methane gas release created a serious health threat. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office warned that methane gas can displace oxygen and cause dizziness, fatigue, nausea, collapse, or even death from asphyxiation at high levels. Severe exposure could lead to permanent brain damage. Residents in the affected area are urged to leave immediately. The Genasys Protect Zo…