10-Block Area Evacuated After Series of Explosions
Associated Press
GLOUCESTER, Mass. —
A rapid-fire series of subterranean explosions blew off manhole covers and ripped up yards in this coastal city Friday, forcing officials to evacuate hundreds of residents from a 10-block area. There were no immediate reports of injuries. The explosions apparently were caused by gasoline in the sewer system, fire officials said.
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