Meriden, Connecticut – An incident involving a suspected “storm drain explosion” in Meriden prompted an investigation by the town’s police department. The area was later deemed safe after authorities found a suspicious item, which was ultimately determined not to be explosive.
The police were alerted just after 6 p.m. to the site near Cross Street at Women’s Way following reports of an explosion within a storm drain. Smoke was observed emanating from a nearby drain, leading to concerns regarding public safety.
Fortunately, there were no injuries or significant damage resulting from the explosion, which appeared to be relatively minor. Authorities assured the community that there was no imminent danger as a result of the incident.
During the investigation, a separate suspicious device was discovered in a nearby storm drain, prompting the closure of the area to protect residents from potential harm. The Connecticut State Police Bomb Squad was summoned to the scene to assess and remove the device, ultimately determining that it posed no threat of explosion.
The exact cause of the initial explosion remains unknown at this time. However, law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the disturbing events that unfolded in the Meriden community.