Part of Worley Street blocked off due to underground explosion
Nia Hinson
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
A portion of Worley Street was blocked off Sunday night, due to an underground explosion.
According to a Boone County Joint Communications alert, Worley Street from Stadium to at least West Blvd was closed due to an underground explosion. Drivers were asked to find an alternate route.
A Columbia firefighter on scene told ABC 17 News crews were called for an underground explosion. Firefighters found smoke in the sewers. No injuries were reported. The scene cleared around 10 p.m.
An ABC 17 News reporter saw several first responders on scene around 9:15 p.m. and damage to the sewer.