Tewksbury Firefighters’ Story of 1972 Gas Explosion Preserved Online for Community Viewing

Tewksbury, Massachusetts – Residents of Tewksbury can now access a wealth of resources related to the 1972 Tewksbury Gas Explosion program through a collaborative effort between the Tewksbury Public Library, the Tewksbury Historical Society, and Tewksbury Telemedia. Thanks to the cooperation of various local entities such as the Tewksbury Fire Department, Town Manager Richard Montuori, … Read more

Tragedy to Triumph: 52nd Anniversary of Tewksbury Gas Explosion Honors Heroes and Safety Improvements

TEWKSBURY, Massachusetts – As the 52nd anniversary of the Tewksbury Gas Explosion approaches on February 9, 2024, the Tewksbury Fire Department continues to honor the memory of the three men who lost their lives in the tragic event. This devastating explosion occurred in 1972 when a gas delivery vehicle accidentally struck a pipe at the … Read more