Prince George, B.C.-  Chief Lake Road on the northern edge of Prince George is closed between  Mountain View and Foothills because of a gas leak.

RCMP have been called to assist with traffic control and are expected to be on scene for  at least 3 hours while repairs are made.

While  full details are not available, sources tell 250News  the main  gas line  was ruptured  just east of Mountain View during an excavation.

There is no indication on when the  road might  reopen.

While  there is no official detour, an area farmer  is allowing  some traffic  through his property.