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Fall River Police give update on explosion that dislodged manhole covers
The Fall River Police Department has issued an update on tonight’s explosion.
According to Captain Barden Castro, at approximately 8:10 p.m., Fall River Police Communications received
phone calls stating that an explosion had been heard in the area of Borden and Fourth Streets.
Officers responded to the area along with members of the Fall River Fire Department and found that at least 2
manhole covers had been dislodged. The smell of natural gas was also detected in the area.
The report from a 911 caller stated that an explosion caused the manhole covers to blow off.
Representatives from Liberty Utilities are on scene and evaluating the situation. At this time the fire
department does not believe there is a risk to the public and are clearing the scene. Liberty Utilities are still on scene investigating the situation.
No injuries or property damage were reported.
Scanner transmissions reported that the road in the area of Fourth and Borden Streets will shortly be dug up to fix the issue.
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MitzySkritzy
February 3, 2022 at 4:11 pm
Was Russell Desbiens in the area of this incident? Is this a plot to gain votes in the next City Council Election. Desbiens has a history with exploding man🕳 covers. Conspiracy or not?