Explosion, fire near Hayward in community of Ashland leaves multiple people injured, buildings destroyed
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- A gas explosion and fire occurred Thursday morning near Hayward and Interstate Highway 238 on East Lewelling Boulevard, injuring multiple people and destroying or damaging at least three structures, including residential homes and a workshop.
- The explosion was caused by a third-party construction crew damaging an underground gas line while working on road improvements, with Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) notified at 7:35 a.m. and the explosion happening at 9:35 a.m. after gas had been released at multiple locations.
- Six individuals were hospitalized, with at least three sustaining serious injuries, and emergency responders evacuated nearby residents while shutting down portions of Highway 238 and surrounding streets during firefighting and investigation efforts.
- Residents expressed concern over the lack of
