SALT LAKE CITY — Two gas leaks forced multiple closures on multiple heavily-trafficked roads in Salt Lake City's Thursday.
Just before 2 p.m., the Salt Lake City Fire Department reported a gas leak at 1600 East and 2100 South near Sugar House Park. Officials also closed 2100 South between 1300 East and 1800 East.
Sugar House Park was closed to stop anything from starting a fire or explosion within the park.
"The last thing we want to do is have some ignition source that causes a problem. It would be a significant problem," said Capt. Chad Jefferson with the Salt Lake City Fire Department. "Right now, this is safe. If it turns into a fire, it's not safe."
However, the park reopened at 4:30 p.m., with reduced traffic being allowed on 2100 South.
Earlier Thursday, State Street between 600 South and 800 South was shut down in both directions after a 6-inch gas line was struck. Both directions at 700 South from West Temple to 200 East were also closed.
The roads were reopened at 2:10 p.m.
It's not known what hit the line, but it is believed to have been a back hoe that was operating in the area. According to a FOX 13 News photojournalist, there was a strong scent of gas present in the area.
