On September 18, 2026, a portion of Dolphin Mall on Northwest 12th Street in Miami was partially evacuated after shoppers and staff reported a gas odor. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the call and worked alongside a gas company to investigate and mitigate the reported smell.
Fire rescue personnel arrived after receiving calls about the odor, treating the situation as a hazardous condition. Crews established a perimeter around the affected area and directed patrons to leave the designated zone while testing was conducted.
Technicians from the unnamed gas company were dispatched to locate the source of the odor. Their teams performed standard checks, identified the leak, and took steps to mitigate it, ensuring the gas was safely addressed.
Officials emphasized that the evacuation was a precautionary measure intended to protect public safety while the investigation continued. No injuries were reported, and mall management cooperated with responders to facilitate the temporary relocation of shoppers and staff.
After the gas source was secured, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue lifted the evacuation order for the section of the mall. The incident highlighted the importance of rapid reporting and response to potential gas hazards in public venues.