TC Energy is actively responding to a third-party line strike that damaged a portion of its ANR Pipeline System near Fennville, Michigan, on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in a localized natural gas outage.

The incident, which took place April 9, prompted TC Energy to implement emergency response protocols immediately. The affected section of the pipeline was quickly isolated and shut down to ensure safety and minimize further risk. According to the company, there is no longer any emergency responder presence at the site.

“Our team is working to put in place a repair crew to replace the section of the ANR pipeline that was struck earlier today by a third party,” TC Energy said in a statement issued on April 9. “We worked with first responders to reroute traffic as required and we thank them for their assistance.”

The company is coordinating closely with Michigan Gas Utilities, local emergency services, and regulatory authorities to manage the impact on the community. The gas outage is expected to continue for several days as repairs are carried out.

As of Thursday morning, crews were on site and preparing to work around the clock to restore service to the area. TC Energy emphasized that restoring operations remains a top priority.

“We are focused on restoring pipeline service to the Fennville, MI area as soon as possible,” the company said. “Our team is onsite to start the repair process and will be working through the night to return service to Michigan Gas Utilities as soon as possible.”

TC Energy has not released further details about the nature of the third-party strike or identified the party involved. The company’s response efforts are aimed at ensuring public safety, maintaining coordination with local stakeholders, and resuming normal gas service in a timely manner.

The ANR Pipeline System is a major natural gas transportation network that delivers fuel across multiple U.S. states, including Michigan. Disruptions to its operations can have significant regional impacts, particularly during periods of higher demand.

Residents in the affected area have been advised to remain patient as crews continue restoration work. TC Energy said it would provide updates as more information becomes available.

This incident highlights the importance of pipeline safety and awareness, especially when construction or excavation activities are occurring near critical infrastructure. TC Energy has a comprehensive safety and response protocol in place and is working to minimize any inconvenience to customers and the local community.