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Residents being evacuated from senior apartment building in Southfield due to gas leak
By WXYZ Web Team at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
Residents of a senior living apartment building in Southfield are being evacuated on Wednesday morning due to a gas leak.The Southfield Fire Department tells 7 News Detroit that a garbage truck struck a gas line near Highland Towers. That's located at 25225 Greenfield Road. Officials are evacuati...
Key takeaway That's located at 25225 Greenfield Road.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The evacuation of Highland Towers in Southfield due to a gas leak is a stark reminder of the potential hazards that can affect vulnerable populations, such as seniors, in the Detroit area. As the region's senior population continues to grow, ensuring their safety and well-being is crucial. The swift response by the Southfield Fire Department and the provision of buses by Southfield Public Schools to shelter residents from the heat demonstrates the importance of interagency cooperation in emergency situations. The fact that residents are being evacuated to the Southfield Pavilion on Evergreen Road also highlights the need for accessible and safe community spaces that can serve as temporary shelters in times of crisis. As the situation unfolds, it will be important to review the emergency response protocols in place for senior living facilities across the Detroit area to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Residents of a senior living apartment building in Southfield are being evacuated on Wednesday morning due to a gas leak.The Southfield Fire Department tells 7 News Detroit that a garbage truck struck a gas line near Highland Towers. That's located at 25225 Greenfield Road. Officials are evacuati...
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