AFD: Gas, water leak reported Monday afternoon on Slaughter Lane

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Fire said crews are responding to a gas leak on Slaughter Lane near MoPac Expressway in southwest Austin.

AFD said a construction crew struck a gas line Monday afternoon, and Texas Gas Service is responding to the site.

The fire department also said a water line was struck, and Austin Water is sending crews to the scene.

In response, eastbound lanes of Slaughter Lane are closed. Traffic is diverted east of MoPac.

This is a developing story. Check with KXAN for updates.