LOUDON, N.H. — A fire suppression system at a gas station accidentally discharged Wednesday afternoon, releasing a cloud of extinguishing agent.
The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. at the [Name of Gas Station] on [Road Name]. According to the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal's Office, a service technician inadvertently activated the system during maintenance work.
Authorities reported that no injuries were sustained, but the discharge prompted a brief evacuation of the area while crews assessed the situation. The gas station was temporarily closed as a safety precaution, and nearby businesses were advised to remain indoors until the situation was resolved.
Emergency services, including local fire departments, responded promptly to the scene. Initial assessments indicated that the gas station's fire suppression system functioned as designed, with the agent dissipating quickly.
The [Local Fire Department] will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the activation of the system. No further details have been released.