Southern California Gas Company work to stop the flow of natural gas on Buena Vista near Kitridge Street. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)
Burbank Police closed Buena Vista south of Victory Blvd. after a major gas leak was discovered mid block on Tuesday afternoon.
Burbank Fire Battalion Chief Eric Garcia confers with Capt. Jeff Goldstein and So. California Gas Company during a gas leak on Buena Vista near Victory Blvd. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)
The Burbank Fire Department was called and assisted while crews from Southern California Gas Company worked to stop the flow of natural gas. Several apartment dwellers were evacuated, to a nearby parking lot, during the closer.
Traffic was detoured from Buena Vista and several surrounding streets during the shut down during rush hour traffic, causing major traffic situations in the surrounding area.
Burbank Firefighters speak with Southern California Gas Company employees on their plan of action, during a major leak on Buena Vista south of Victory Blvd. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)Southern Calif. Gas Company emergency crews work to stop a major gas leak on Buena Vista south of Victory Blvd. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)
A number of local dignitaries and community leaders were on hand Saturday at George Izay Park for the 2026 Hap Minor Baseball and Ponytail Softball Civitan Jamboree, which marks the end of the regular season.
Among this year’s distinguished winners, Spa Lashes was recognized as the Best Eyelash Extension Salon, an achievement that reflects exceptional professional standards and overwhelming support from clients throughout the region.
