Washington, D.C. — A gas explosion rocked Marion Barry Avenue in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C., causing minor injuries and leading to the evacuation of a nearby daycare center.
The explosion occurred mid-morning on Thursday, according to local authorities. Firefighters, who had responded to reports of a gas leak, managed to evacuate a daycare center located close to the site moments before the blast. One individual sustained minor injuries from debris, but there were no reports of any serious harm.
Utility crews are currently on the scene, working to secure the area and investigate the cause of the explosion. Residents have been advised to avoid the area until it is deemed safe.
