Residents and commuters in Floresville faced disruptions today as several streets shut down following a gas explosion. The blast occurred after a fiber optic company struck a gas main near the intersection of H Street and 9th Street, as reported by KSAT. Though the event forced street closures and a temporary evacuation, there were no injuries reported.
The explosion, which took place around 2 p.m., resulted in the immediate shut down of key roadways including Hospital Boulevard between Old 181 and Business Loop 181, and 3rd Street, both southeast of San Antonio. The City of Floresville advised the public to avoid the area, and, those affected by the evacuation were directed to find shelter at the Floresville Event Center, according to information obtained by FOX San Antonio.
Centerpoint Energy along with city crews were swiftly dispatched to assess and address the implications of the explosion. The utility company's quick response ensured that the situation was kept under control with no casualties resulting from this potentially dangerous incident.
Rise Broadheaded the following statement in response to the events: “Our company was made aware that a gas line was compromised by a construction crew installing fiber lines near Floresville, Texas at approximately 2:00 pm today. We learned that an explosion followed, and a house was damaged near H and J streets in Floresville. Our company has deployed management team members to the scene. We are fully cooperating with the city, local public works and officials as they conduct a thorough investigation into this matter. We are very grateful to the first responders who answered the initial call and that there were no injuries or loss of life reported. Due to the preliminary nature of an ongoing investigation, Rise Broadband can offer no further information at this time. We will provide further information as it becomes available.” Rise Broadband reiterated their cooperation and acknowledged the efforts of first responders in a statement cited by KSAT.
