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Birmingham Fuel Leak Evacuation Resolved | Huntsville News
A major fuel leak in Birmingham sent shockwaves through the Southside, forcing evacuations across multiple blocks after a strong odor hit Monday afternoon. The culprit? A registered underground tank at a Shell gas station on University Boulevard. Authorities expanded the perimeter to include a VA Hospital entrance as cleanup crews worked around the clock. By Wednesday, hazardous materials teams brought levels down to safe thresholds, lifting all evacuation orders — though occasional fuel smells may linger, especially after heavy rain. A coordinated city and county effort turned a high-stakes…
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