Clipped Gas Line Now Secured at Crestview
At approximately 1:05 p.m. today, a contractor clipped a 4² gas line while working at the Crestview apartments. The contractors were removing a pole, in a carport area. While cleaning out the hole with an auger, the line was clipped.
Emergency procedures were immediately initiated by the contractor, contacting APU Campus Safety, emergency personnel, and the Gas Company. Additionally, the contractor, quickly working alongside Campus Safety, began to secure the area and evacuated approximately six buildings. Due to summer and the construction, very few tenants were on site. The area was secured by 1:15 p.m. At approximately 2 p.m., the gas line was capped.
False Alarm at Alosta Place
Alosta Place began evacuation due to possible explosives found in an apartment, which turned out to be a movie prop. The evacuation was called off.
Local Fire Update
The Santa Anita Fire is at 81 percent containment, with full containment expected by Friday, May 2. At no time was APU's Azusa campus in danger.
Local Fire Update; Campus Not in Danger
Classes and activities continue as scheduled at the Azusa campus. An advisory was issued for the East San Gabriel Valley due to unhealthy levels of air quality. Individuals with sensitivities should stay indoors when possible.
APU Azusa Campus Not Threatened by Fire
The Santa Anita fire has not threatened APU's Azusa campus in any way, though smoke is visible from campus. Classes are continuing as scheduled.
Small Roof Fire at Admin West Contained
On Wednesday, March 12, around 9:30 p.m., a small, isolated roof fire broke out on Administration West. The fire was quickly contained; no structural damage occurred.
Update on Injured Student
Please continue to pray for the student's complete recovery.
Injured Student Update
Please continue to pray for the student who was injured in this morning's accident.
