FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Emergency officials have responded to a natural gas leak in the area of Camden Road near Rockfish Road after a construction crew struck a natural gas line earlier this morning.

The initial 911 call reporting the incident was received at 10:25 a.m., and road closures began at 10:38 a.m. As a precaution, Camden Road is closed between Rockfish Road and Wipperwill Drive and is expected to remain closed for approximately 24 hours while crews work to secure the area and repair the line. The closest side street within the impacted area is Teeters Road.

Emergency personnel have evacuated several households in the immediate area, and some residents are temporarily sheltering in place. All affected individuals have already been notified. Hazmat teams are on scene, and current air-quality readings remain safe. Due to wind conditions, the odor of natural gas may be noticeable in surrounding neighborhoods. Officials emphasize that emergency crews are actively monitoring the situation and that the odor alone does not indicate danger.

Cumberland County Emergency Services is in contact with Cumberland County Schools to ensure appropriate notifications are made regarding nearby campuses.

Members of the public with questions or concerns may contact Cumberland County Emergency Services at 910-321-6736.

Emergency Services encourages residents to avoid the Camden Road corridor until further notice and to follow guidance from emergency personnel in the area. Updates will be shared on the County website, cumberlandcountync.gov, MyCCNCGov mobile app, Cumberland Alerts and on County social media channels.