Crews from Southern Connecticut Gas Co. repair gas leak that erupted Monday morning on Cross Highway, as town emergency-services personnel monitor the operation. / Photos by Gretchen Webster

WESTPORT — A gas leak on Cross Highway, between Vineyard Lane and Bayberry Lane, has closed that stretch of roadway to traffic indefinitely Monday morning.

In a 10:30 a.m. alert Monday, officials said emergency repairs are underway at the site.

Drivers will be detoured onto alternate routes to avoid the affected area while repairs take place.