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Gas leaks, like the one on Old Broad Street, are a regular occurrence across the UK. Cadent, one of the main gas network operators, reported over 10,000 gas escapes in 2023. While most are minor, this incident shows the potential for significant disruption when a major pipe is damaged.
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