Walmart on Tampa Road evacuated after gas leak from welding

A Walmart store located at 3801 Tampa Road in Oldsmar was evacuated Wednesday morning due to a gas leak, according to the Tampa Bay Times. The leak occurred following welding operations conducted overnight at the facility.

Palm Harbor Fire Rescue officials reported the evacuation and said fire crews are currently ventilating the store. The ventilation process is extensive because of the large size of the Walmart building, the fire rescue team said in a news release.

WFLA also confirmed that all employees and customers were safely evacuated from the store. Fire rescue personnel remain on scene managing the situation to ensure safety and clear the gas from the premises.

Authorities have not reported any injuries or further incidents related to the gas leak. The store remains closed while ventilation operations continue to make the environment safe for reopening.