A section of Yonge Street was shut down in North York this morning following a gas leak in the area. According to police, a gas leak was reported on Yonge Street, just south of Cummer Avenue near Finch Avenue, shortly after 9:30 a.m.Toronto Fire told CP24 that a contractor working in the area severed a high-pressure gas line. Both the northbound and southbound lanes of Yonge Street were shut down as crews tried to resolve the situation. One nearby building was evacuated as a precaution but Toronto Fire said occupants are now allowed to return. All lanes reopened shortly before 11 a.m.
