WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – A building that exploded in August after a vehicle crash will be demolished starting Tuesday, according to a news release.
The building on New Centre Drive was under construction to become a veterinary center when a driver crashed into a gas pipe near the building, rupturing the gas line and causing an explosion on Aug. 19.
Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center was set to open on Sept. 15 as an expansion of its services, in a 32,000 ft facility, bringing in several new specialties including Wilmington’s first MRI designated for dogs and cats. Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center continues to provide services out of their current location at 50 Greenville Avenue…