Officials investigate manhole explosions in Providence

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Several officials from Providence Police and Fire, as well as Rhode Island Energy, responded to reports of manhole explosions Saturday night.

The incident happened around 10:00 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of Chestnut and Pine Streets.

According to a spokesperson with the Providence Fire Department, firefighters saw smoke coming from three electrical vaults.

Fire crews checked the scene for elevated carbon monoxide levels, but found no issues…

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