Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation of Norwalk Apartments

The Waypointe Apartments on West Avenue in Norwalk has been evacuated due to a gas leak, according to police.

Police said crews from Yankee Gas were called to the property Friday evening and are working to determine the source of the leak.

It's not clear how many apartments have been affected. Police and fire officials are going door-to-door through the facility at 515 West Avenue to make sure all residents are out of the building, according to police.

Authorities are asking residents to avoid the area.

Check back for updates on this developing story.

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