Natural Gas Odor Reported in Flossmoor, Other South Suburbs

Many residents in the south suburbs have reported a heavy odor of natural gas outside Monday afternoon—but the cause is still unknown.

The odor has seemingly spread throughout Oak Forest, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Flossmoor, Harvey, Dolton, Calumet City, Markham, and Midlothian.

Nicor is currently investigating and a representative has informed Tinley Park Director of EMA and 911 Communications Pat Carr that there is no safety risk to residents.

“Safety is our number one priority,” said Jae Miller, manager of PR and media relations for Nicor. “We currently have crews in the area to determine the source of the odor. We do not believe the odor to be Nicor Gas related.”

This story is developing. Check back for updates.