Gas leak reported in Washtenaw County

Authorities urge people to avoid area near W. Ellsworth and State roads

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Police and fire crews responded to a reported gas leak in the Ann Arbor area on Thursday. The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security is urging people to avoid the area of W. Ellsworth and State roads due to the incident.

Why it matters

Gas leaks can pose a serious safety risk to the public and require a swift response from emergency services to contain the situation and ensure public safety.

The details

Ann Arbor Fire Chief Mike Kennedy says a gas main rupture caused pressured gas to leak. Kennedy says there are no reported flames or injuries. The University of Michigan says the leak is not directly impacting the university's infrastructure, but it is affecting a major traffic route.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday, February 13, 2026.

The players

University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security

The university's public safety and security division that is urging people to avoid the affected area.

Mike Kennedy

The Ann Arbor Fire Chief who provided details about the gas leak.

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What’s next

The situation is still developing, and more information is expected to become available as the emergency response continues.

The takeaway

Gas leaks require a swift and coordinated response from local authorities to ensure public safety, and this incident highlights the importance of having effective emergency protocols in place to address such situations.