Rhode Island
Providence Fire Department said electrical fire caused manhole cover to dislodge | ABC6
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Providence Fire Department said that it responded to Clemence Street and Washington Street for reports of an explosion.
At 2 p.m. firefighters on scene determined a “small underground electrical fire” caused a manhole to dislodge.
At 2pm today, members of the PFD responded to Clemence and Washington Streets for a reported explosion. FF’s determined a small underground electrical fire, causing a manhole to dislodge. There is no immediate danger or threat to the public. This will be turned over to RI Energy.
— Providence Fire Department (@PVDFireDept) September 25, 2024
There was no immediate danger and the scene was turned over to Rhode Island Energy.