Gas main strike forces evacuations at Arrow Linen site
A high-pressure gas main was struck at the Arrow Linen redevelopment site in Windsor Terrace, prompting the evacuation of eight nearby buildings. No injuries were reported and the leak was under control by Wednesday afternoon, according to the FDNY. The incident came about a week after Goose Property Management closed its $55 million acquisition of the stalled site at 441-467 Prospect Avenue.
A high-pressure gas line was hit at the Arrow Linen redevelopment property in Windsor Terrace. Eight neighboring buildings were evacuated. The FDNY said no one was hurt, and the leak was brought under control by Wednesday afternoon.
The accident occurred roughly one week after Goose Property Management finalized its $55 million purchase of the long-stalled site at 441-467 Prospect Avenue. The property is tied to the Arrow Linen redevelopment.
The incident could disrupt occupants of the evacuated buildings and nearby residents, at least briefly, while raising questions about construction safety around gas infrastructure. The recent purchase may influence how quickly the stalled site moves toward redevelopment, which could affect local property conditions and neighborhood expectations. Since no injuries were reported and the leak was controlled, the immediate social impact may remain limited, though scrutiny of the project could continue.