An alert went off today in Kolonos, leading to the evacuation of four schools, after a natural gas pipe was damaged during street lighting work on Tripoleos Street.
According to reports, there was a strong smell of natural gas at the site, which caused concern and mobilized the relevant authorities. The same reports say that a natural gas pipe was apparently punctured during the work, triggering an alarm.
As a precaution, the 52nd Junior High School, the 52nd High School, the 61st Elementary School and the 57th Elementary School were evacuated.
So far, there is no confirmed information on the extent of the damage. More information is expected on the repair of the damage and the safe return of students and teachers to the schools.
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