Photo by Gage Vota Emergency personnel converge on the Ohio Valley Mall after a gas leak forced the mall to be evacuated.

The Ohio Valley Mall announced on social media at around 2 p.m. that the gas leak was under control and patrons could return to the building.

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ST. CLAIRSVILLE – The Cumberland Trail Fire District evacuated the Ohio Valley Mall on Friday after a vehicle struck a gas meter.

Candi Noble-Greathouse, marketing director for the mall, confirmed Friday afternoon that people had been ordered to leave the facility while first responders worked to ensure any gas leak resulting from the collision cpukd be contained.

The Times Leader has a reporter on scene and will provide updates as the situation unfolds.