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Nashville preschool evacuated as firefighters search for gas leak, department says
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Chasity Maynard , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· October 5, 2026
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Key points The leak was reported shortly after 12:30, prompting an evacuation of the preschool. Firefighters are searching for a gas leak at Green Hills Child Development.
Firefighters are searching for a gas leak at Green Hills Child Development. The leak was reported shortly after 12:30, prompting an evacuation of the preschool. As of 2 p.m., the fire department is still on the scene, trying to find the source of the leak.
The situation is ongoing, with the fire department working to resolve the issue. Further details about the evacuation and the search for the gas leak are available from the source.
This is a developing story, and updates are expected as more information becomes available. For the latest information, check the source for updates.
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Category: safety ·
Published: October 5, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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