Health & Fitness

Steam Leak In Downtown Baltimore, No Hazard: Officials

Emergency personnel are handling a situation in downtown Baltimore Wednesday that they said was not a health concern.

Officials are handling a midday utility issue in downtown Baltimore Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Officials are handling a midday utility issue in downtown Baltimore Wednesday, Jan. 15. (Patch graphic)

BALTIMORE, MD — A steam leak was reported in downtown Baltimore Wednesday, according to authorities. Utility personnel and city officials are investigating.

"There is no health hazard present," the Baltimore Office of Emergency Management reported just before 1 p.m.

Veolia utility crews are looking into the cause of the leak, while Baltimore's public works and fire personnel are assisting.

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