Backhoe Hits Gas Line Near Restaurant Under Construction

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By Becky Ogann

WATERLOO, Iowa - Officials are investigating a gas leak at the site of the new Longhorn Steakhouse now under construction on San Marnan Drive.

The restaurant is being built at the site of the former Ground Round restaurant, the San Marnan and La Porte Road.

Officials said the gas leak is at the parking lot area. There were no evacuations associated with the leak.

Officials said a construction backhoe hit a gas line.

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