Early this morning in Lynn, Massachusetts witnessed a small gas explosion at a local construction site, which sent one worker to the hospital. The incident, described as a "flash fire" occurred around 8:30 a.m. at 626 Lynnway, where demolition work was underway. According to a statement obtained by Boston 25 News, Lynn Fire Chief Dan Sullivan reported the worker sustained minor burns while cutting a pipe that likely had some residual gas inside.
The affected worker, whose identity has not been released, was promptly taken to Massachusetts General Hospital with injuries deemed non-life-threatening. MassLive noted that aside from the injured party, no other workers at the site were harmed, and the building itself did not suffer structural damage. It will remain vacant while an ongoing investigation into the explosion takes place.
This unfortunate event occurred amidst the site's refabrication for other uses. National Grid swiftly responded to the occurrence, ensuring that gas to the building was cut off to prevent further incidents. NBC Boston reported that there was no continued threat to the public as there were no signs of gas detected in the air following the incident. Furthermore, the building, which is currently unoccupied, has been declared structurally sound by officials.
Details about the incident are still limited, and the case is ongoing. The private company involved has not yet commented on the explosion or the worker's condition. This event highlights the risks construction and demolition workers face, reminding us of the dangers present in their field. More information will be provided as the investigation continues.
