TOWN OF MITCHELL, Wis. — A natural gas pipeline explosion in Sheboygan County prompted the evacuation of approximately 60 homes Friday evening, with four people transported to hospitals.

The explosion occurred near the intersection of County Trunk F and Trio Lane, involving what officials believe was a 10-inch gas line operating at 600 to 800 psi pressure.

Sheboygan County Fire Chief Eric Montellano confirmed that crews evacuated residents within about 700 feet of the scene, covering roughly a mile radius in each direction. Many residents were at work when the evacuation order was issued and may be surprised to find they cannot return home immediately.

"A lot of people are at work so that weren't home at the time. They're going to be surprised when they can't get back into their homes r

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