Updated at 10 p.m.: Revised to reflect that gas has been turned back on.

At least 29 Garland families were evacuated after a construction crew cut a natural gas line Thursday afternoon, and 175 homes were left without gas.

The crew cut the four-inch natural gas line about 12:45 p.m. in the alley of Larry and Parkmont drives, the Garland Fire Department said.

Atmos responded and shut off the gas, but the escaping gas traveled along the sewer line and went into several homes in the area.

The Fire Department said it was checking each house for natural gas, and at least 29 homes were evacuated.

Repairs were completed by 9:50 p.m. and residents were told they could return to their homes.

Council member Rich Aubin said Atmos was turning gas back on if residents were home. Crews will remain on scene until the gas is turned back on for everyone.

While repairs were being made, the Gail Fields Recreation Center, 1701 Dairy Road, was open to residents. The center planned to remain open until midnight so residents would have a warm place to stay.

Staff writer Dana Branham contributed to this report.