Gas leak in central Dunedin

The Fire Service is at the scene of a gas leak in Melrose St in central Dunedin.

The Fire Service is at the scene of a gas leak in Melrose St in central Dunedin.

A Fire Service spokesman said firefighters were called to the scene about 10.30am.

It is understood a gas line is leaking gas. Firefighters at the scene are using a hose to suppress the leak.

The Fire Service spokesman said they were waiting for the gas company to arrive to shut off the leak.

A police spokeswoman said police were aware of the leak, but no evacuations were being made at present.