Greg, 

Here is the information NM Gas Co. has provided to me. Please feel free to share this information. NM Gas has set up an email address for concerns:neighbors@nmgco.com.

“Background:

• We responded to a report of an explosion at a house on Ridgeley Avenue in Albuquerque.
• When our crews arrived, they discovered and repaired a gas leak in the street.
• There has been a lot of activity by our team in that area since Thursday; we have been working on that street and nearby streets to make sure the area is safe.
• A comprehensive leak survey was subsequently conducted in the area.
• We discovered that gas vapors have remained in the soil in a few areas in the street and we have equipment mobilized to dissipate the vapors. 

Work being done currently:

• New Mexico Gas Company is planning a pressure test on Ridgeley Avenue this afternoon (around 4 or 5 p.m.). It involves digging out about 350 feet to expose a 2-inch pipeline, then pinching off the pipeline and running air through it.
• Residents in the area will probably smell gas because we will need to purge the pipeline before conducting the test.
• There are some associated noises as well –
• The release of gas during the purge and a short time later the release of air.
• The sound of a compressor to power the test.

All of these activities are being done for safety. This is a safe and routine activity; it is not unusual for our crews to perform this test.“

Thanks for helping to get the word out. 

Best,

Sean

Sean Foran, MSW

Policy Analyst

Office of City Councilor Pat Davis - D6

505-768-3152