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Manhole Explosion Evacuates Residents in Section of Newark’s East Ward

Newark

Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose reports that a manhole cover explosion that occurred today at 637 at 41 Market Street is currently under investigation by PSE&G.

Officials say members of the Newark Fire and Police divisions responded to the area and evacuated tenants in area buildings as a precaution.

No injuries or power outages were reported.

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