Chemicals in Sewage System Cause Loud Explosion in Hastings, Nebraska – Residents Urged to Be Cautious

HASTINGS, Neb. – A loud explosion rocked Woodland Avenue on Jan. 17, leaving residents puzzled and city officials on a mission to uncover the cause. The blast was traced back to a manhole cover shooting into the air and shattering on the pavement. Upon investigation, the Hastings Fire & Rescue department discovered a dangerous buildup … Read more