A gas line was damaged at the Highland Towers, 25225 Greenfield Road.
A gas leak evacuation occurred at the Highland Towers, located at 25225 Greenfield Road. The incident was caused by a damaged gas line at the tower.
Senior residents were affected by the evacuation, but they have since been given the all clear.
Further details about the incident can be found through FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News, the source of this information.
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